Pest Control Info
Acton, MT

Anopheles mosquitoes, known for resting at a slight upward angle, are brownish-yellow in color with scaly wings. Females bite animals, such as cattle, or humans since they need blood for egg production. Anopheles mosquitoes seek out dim, sheltered areas preferring to rest during the day but are active at night. They may live up to two weeks in nature and will be found near water sources, whether small or large. If traveling to an area with an outbreak of malaria, you may want to talk to your doctor about options for protecting yourself from Anopheles mosquito bites.

German cockroaches are known for their light brown color and dark brown stripes running down their backs. Once mature, they can reach up to 5/8 of an inch in length. They are drawn to starch, grease, and sugar. German cockroaches tend to nest in dark, humid, and low trafficked areas such as behind appliances and inside dark cabinets. Keep kitchens clean, garbage cans sealed, and fix any leaks to prevent them from being drawn to your home.

Lasius pallitarsis is an ant that has an orangish-brown colored body that only grows to about 3 millimeters in size. They live in decaying logs, and underneath rocks with a diet that consists of smaller insects and plants.

Norway rats in Acton, MT are more commonly known as the sewer rat, or the typical brown rat. They are distinct by their brown, or dark gray, fur and light gray bellies. They can reach up to 10 inches in length with their tail growing to the same length as their body. They prefer to nest in close proximity to humans, are opportunistic feeders, and will eat just about anything. Keep homes clean and garbage cans sealed to avoid attracting them.

The Leaf-Curling Sac Spider boasts a reddish-brown bulbous body and a distinctive tan-colored pattern on its torso. With a potential size of up to 1.5 centimeters, they secure their shelter by curling a leaf and using their silk to seal it shut, protecting them from predators. This silk-sealed leaf serves as their web and aids in trapping their prey, consisting of bees, mosquitoes, and flies.

Forest Yellowjackets have the traditional black and yellow wasp coloring and can grow up to 15 millimeters in length. They predominantly nest high up in trees. Due to their reclusive nature, Forest Yellowjackets will aggressively swarm and attack potential threats. Their nests are smaller in size and usually contain about 500 wasps inside. They feed off of nectar and will seek out sugary substances.

Brown Dog Ticks, known as Rhipicephalus sanguineus, exhibit a warm reddish-brown hue in males, while females showcase a steel coloration. Prior to feeding, they measure about 1/8th of an inch. Once attached to a host, these ticks engorge themselves, expanding up to 1/2 of an inch in length. Remarkably, unlike most tick species, they thrive indoors. Brown Dog Ticks gravitate towards dogs and humans as their preferred hosts, making their way into residential spaces within Acton, MT.