Pest Control Info
Saint Anthony, ND

Anopheles mosquitoes are identified by their brownish-yellow hue and scaly wings, and are characterized by their resting posture at a slight upward angle. Female Anopheles mosquitoes require blood meals for egg production, and will bite animals such as cattle or humans for this purpose. These mosquitoes are known to seek out dim, sheltered areas to rest during the day, while they remain active during the night. In natural settings, Anopheles mosquitoes have a lifespan of up to two weeks and are frequently found near water sources, regardless of size.

American cockroaches are distinguished by a reddish brown hue and a yellow band outlining their head. They have 6 legs and can grow up to 3 inches in length. Their diet typically consists of organic matter, but they will also consume human and dog food. Make sure your entryways are sealed properly and your home is regularly vacuumed or swept to help keep American cockroaches away.

Myrmica americana are distinguishable by their dark, reddish brown coloring and long, thin waists. They grow to be about 5 millimeters in length and will dwell in soil, under rocks, or within acorns.

Norway rats in Saint Anthony, ND 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.

Arrowhead Spiders, characterized by their dark brown color and distinct yellow arrowhead shape on their abdomen, have a maximum size of approximately 1/4 of an inch. These spiders primarily construct webs in gardens and wooded areas around North Dakota homes. The arrow and zigzag markings on their abdomen can make them appear larger than their actual size. Upon capturing prey in their webs, Arrowhead Spiders utilize a venom to commence the digestion of the insides of their prey, rendering it easier to consume at a later time.

Eastern Yellowjackets are a species of social wasp with a black and yellow coloration, marked by a distinctive black V shape on the back of their heads. They can reach a body length of up to 1.8 centimeters. Their omnivorous diet consists of nectar, fruit, fish, and insects. Eastern Yellowjackets build their nests in enclosed spaces, typically underground or in abandoned wood piles. This behavior makes locating their nests quite challenging.

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 Saint Anthony, ND.