Common Pests In The Post Falls and Spokane Area
Ants
The ants go marching one by one…
Ants can carry up to 50 times their own body weight, making them incredibly strong for their size. They communicate through pheromones, leaving trails that help guide other ants to food sources or danger. Ants live in colonies called formicaries, which are made up of queens, worker ants, and young. Click Learn More to find out about specific species of ants in our area.
Spiders
Few things cause nightmares like these
Spiders produce silk from a protein fiber that hardens when it touches air. They use silk to build webs, catch prey, and protect their eggs. Spider silk is stronger than steel when adjusted for weight! Most spiders have eight eyes, but some only have six. They have a main set of eyes that can form images, and secondary sets that can detect light and shadow. Click Learn More to find out about specific species of spiders in our area. (eg. Black Widows, Jumping Spiders, Wolf Spiders etc)
Wasps/ Yellowjackets
Stinging things that rule your eaves
Wasps come in many colors, including yellow and black, reddish-brown, and even blue and green. (Depending on where you live) Did you know female wasps can sting multiple times, unlike bees, which can only sting once? They can also live in nests that can hold up to thousands of wasps! Click Learn More below to find out more about different kinds of stinging pests in our area like Hornets.
Mice
Strange things you don’t want inside
Mice have whiskers that are so sensitive they can detect walls, objects, and even air changes, helping them navigate in the dark. They are also capable of entering a space as small as a quarter of an inch wide, making them experts at finding their way into houses. Interestingly, mice are active and need a lot of food to keep up with their busy lifestyle. They eat between 15 and 20 times a day!
Bed Bugs
Don’t let the bed bugs bite…
Bed bugs can be found in a variety of places, including homes, hotels, schools, and more. They are most active at night, feeding on human blood while their hosts sleep. Small and expert at hiding, bed bugs can be found in places like mattresses, baseboards, and other cracks or crevices.