Ants Ants are among the most prevalent pests in households. They are also found in restaurants, hospitals, offices, warehouses, and other buildings where they can find food and water. Once ants have established a colony inside or near a building, they may be difficult to control. There are over 12,000 species . . . read more

Bedbugs Bedbugs get their name because they like to live and feed in beds. Blood-feeding Bed Bugs probably evolved as cave - dwelling ectoparasites of mammals ( mainly bats ) and birds. When our ancestors moved into those same caves, one group of the bugs apparently switched hosts and developed a "preference" . . . read more

Cockroaches Cockroaches are one of the oldest pests on earth; they are among the most adaptable of all animals to changing environments. Most cockroaches are tropical or subtropical in origin, generally living outdoors and being most active at night. They prefer moist environment and a high degree of warmth.Cockroaches . . . read more

Earwigs Adults are 14 - 23mm long, dark brown in color and have forceps at the hind end. The forceps, which are curved in the male and straight in the female, are not poisonous and will simply give you a small nip. The female lays about 40 eggs a year and then rears the young herself, which is unusual in the . . . read more

Fleas Fleas are a serious problem in homes especially for those with cats or dogs. While fleas can transmit disease, they are also frequently found when moving into a home that previously had pets.There are many species of flea, most are 2 - 3mm long and red or brown in color. Adult fleas pierce the skin of . . . read more

Silverfish Adults are 10-12mm long, silver gray in color and torpedo shaped with three bristles on the end of the Abdomen. Silverfish need moist, warm conditions and are often found in bathrooms and kitchens. They feed on food debris and, although prefer a starchy diet, have evolved to be able to digest cellulose . . . read more

Ticks Ticks are members of the arachnid group. They are ectoparasites (external parasites), living by hematophagy on the blood of mammals, birds, and occasionally reptiles and amphibians. Ticks are important vectors of a number of diseases, including Lyme disease and Tick-borne meningoencephalitis. Ticks . . . read more

Dust Mites Dust mites are those tiny insects invisible to the naked eye that are found in every home.. They feed on human skin flakes and are found mostly in mattresses, pillows, carpets, upholstered furniture, bed covers and other fabric and fabric-covered items. Body parts and feces from dust mites can trigger . . . read more

Mites There are numerous mites (Rat mites, chicken mites, bird mites . . . ) that are capable of invading our homes. Mites that originate from animals can easily enter a home (due to their tiny size) through tiny entrance points around windows, doors or any other space large enough for them to squeeze through. . . . read more

Flies Of the thousands of species of flies, only a few are common pests in and around the home. Some of the more common nuisance flies are the house fly, the fruit flies, the drain flies, the face fly, the stable fly, the little house fly, and several species of garbage fly. These pests breed in animal wastes . . . read more

Mosquitoes More than 50 species of mosquitoes are found. Their habitats range from deserts at or below sea level, to mountain meadows at elevations of 10,000 feet or more. Many species of mosquitoes are relatively uncommon and seldom pose a threat to the health or well-being of residents. However, several species . . . read more

Mice House mice have not been found to be carriers of the deadly hantavirus. Micro droplets of mouse urine can cause allergies in children and they can bring fleas, mites, ticks & lice to your home. House mouse is the most common rodent pest in most parts of the world. It can breed rapidly and adapt . . . read more

Rats Rats are some of the most troublesome and damaging pests. They consume and contaminate food, damage structures and property, and transmit parasites and diseases to other animals and humans. Rats live and thrive under a wide variety of climates and conditions; they are often found in and around homes . . . read more

Stored Product Pests Stored product pests are usually brought into the home in an infested package of food. Initially, infestations are easy to overlook because the insects involved are quite small, especially in the egg and larval stages. Often the first indication of the infestation is the appearance of small moths flying . . . read more

Termites are social insects. Their workers are best described as "little white things" or "little white ants" that are often found in damp, rotting wood. Termites have a strict caste system, which consists of worker termites, soldiers, winged reproductive termites, a queen termite, and a king termite.

Termites have the ability to change from one caste type to another during their immature stages. This allows the colony to change the proportion of different caste members as the need arises.

The two most common types of termites are "dry wood" and "ground or subterranean" termites. Both types of termites eat cellulose for nutrition. Cellulose is found in wood and wood products. Both types of termites have the "flying termite" or "winged reproductive". These winged termites are new kings and queens attempting to establish a new colony. They may also be referred to as "swarmers". Ant colonies also send swarmers, which have nearly the same appearance as termites, but may be identified upon closer inspection.

Drywood Termites Larger than subterranean termites, up to one-half inch long; no worker caste in the colony. Create colonies in wood, with no connection to the ground necessary; often found in attic wood; need very little moisture. read more

Subterranean Termites Live in colonies underground, from which they build tunnels in search of food ; able to reach food above the ground level by building mud tubes ; dependent on moisture for survival. read more

Scorpions Colour varies with species, from yellow to black. They are easily distinguished by their pincers and along, segmented tail bearing a stinger. Most scorpions are nocturnal. As well as in hot, dry areas, scorpions are found in grasslands, savannahs, caves and deciduous / mountain pine / rain forests. Scorpion . . . read more

Snakes Although all snakes have a long, cylindrical body, many species have unique modifications suited to habitats / lifestyles. Examples: burrowing snakes have muscular stout bodies and solid heads ; sea snakes have flattened, paddle-like tails; tree-dwelling snakes are long and thin. Dry heaths are the . . . read more

Spiders Spiders are predators, feeding primarily on insects and household pests. They Are shy and commonly found in dim cool places that are rarely disturbed by humans. Most are active only at night and will try to escape when confronted. Larger spiders may try to bite humans if alarmed, but are generally incapable . . . read more