Pest Control Info
Tioga, LA

Aedes mosquitoes are black in color with white dots and have the nickname ankle biter due to the fact that they bite hosts from the knee down. Similar to the Anopheles, they also lay their eggs in water. Both adult male and females live off of nectar and only the females will suck blood in order to reproduce. Aedes mosquitoes are active biters during the day. Invest in a good repellent for outdoor activity and larvicides to control them from being in and around your home.

Drywood termites live and feed on dry wood, as their name suggests. Drywood termites are known for their ability to cause significant damage to homes and buildings in Tioga, LA, as they are able to consume wood, paper, and other cellulose-based materials. They are distinguishable from other types of termites by their large size, with the winged reproductives being up to a quarter of an inch in length, and by their tendency to leave behind small piles of fecal pellets, which are a sign of their presence. Drywood termites are able to establish colonies in a variety of dry, wooden structures, including buildings, furniture, and even utility poles.

Periplaneta americana, commonly known as American cockroaches, have a characteristic reddish-brown body with a yellow band outlining their pronotum. They are one of the largest cockroach species in Louisiana, capable of growing up to 3 inches in length. American cockroaches are omnivorous and have a diverse diet that includes organic matter, sweets, and human or pet food. They are known to spread diseases and contaminate food and surfaces.

Solenopsis invicta are better known as the Red Imported Fire Ant. Their shiny bodies are red in color and can reach up 1/5 of an inch in length. These ants create colonies that can house up to 500,000 ants beneath the ground and are typically near a water source. As for food, Red Imported Fire Ants feed off of dead animals, sweet foods, and other insects.

Deer mice, commonly recognized by their typical round and brown appearance, possess cream-colored underbellies and elongated tails, reaching sizes ranging from 5 to 8 inches in length. During colder seasons, they seek refuge indoors, nesting among cluttered storage areas or small, cave-like spaces in Tioga households. Omnivorous in nature, they feed on both plants and insects.

Brown recluse are about 3/8ths of an inch in size and are distinguishable by their pale brown color and violin-shaped marking near the base of their head. The name recluse comes from their penchant for spinning webs in dark, remote, and abandoned areas. Their venom is considered harmful to humans and bite sites will gradually turn into a large blister possibly developing into an ulcer. If bitten by a recluse, seek medical attention as soon as possible.

Eastern Yellowjackets are black and yellow in appearance and are distinguishable by the black V marking on the back of their heads. They can grow up to 1.8 centimeters in length. These wasps are omnivorous and live off of nectar, fruit, fish, and insects. They build their hives in enclosed spaces, either underground or deep down in abandoned wood piles. This makes them much more difficult to locate. Hang dryer sheets as a natural repellent around a suspected hive or around an outdoor area you want to deter them from.

Deer Ticks are reddish-brown in color with a hard black exterior and only reach 3 millimeters in length. They are one of the most well known species of ticks since they are responsible for spreading Lyme disease. They wait in tall grass and brush filled areas until a host walks by and then will attach themselves until they are full. If you have been bitten by a deer tick, it’s important to follow instructions closely to remove them properly in order to avoid bursting their body and releasing the bacteria inside of them.