Pest Control Info
Hudson, NH

Anopheles mosquitoes are brownish-yellow in color with a body length of up to 5 millimeters. They are predominantly active at night in Hudson, NH and have no preference as to where on the body they will latch onto their host to feed. These mosquitoes require water to complete their lifecycle and specifically for laying eggs. They are known for transmitting malaria. Keep them at bay with citronella candles and mosquito zappers.

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 New Hampshire, 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.

Camponotus novaeboracensis are also known as New York Carpenter ants. They are identifiable by their maroon colored torso and can grow to 13 millimeters. Queens pick the colony site and begin burrowing into either soil or damp wood. Fully mature colonies can have up to 3000 ants living within it. As for food, they typically feed off of fruit and honey and can consume fruit flies for added protein.

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 Hudson households. Omnivorous in nature, they feed on both plants and insects.

The Spitting Spider is a small arachnid with a light tan body adorned with dark brown spots, and long, slender legs of the same color. It typically measures between 3-6 millimeters in size. These spiders do not spin webs like other species, but instead employ a unique method of trapping prey - by spitting a sticky substance at them. Their diet mainly consists of moths, flies, and other spiders.

In Hudson, NH, European Hornets (Vespa crabro) exhibit brown and yellow striped bodies and can reach up to 1 3/8 inches in length. They prefer to construct their nests in concealed and low traffic locations such as hollow trees, barns, and attics. European Hornets mainly feed on fruit, flies, yellow jackets, grasshoppers, and honey bees. They are generally nocturnal and prefer to capture their prey during dark hours. Though they pose minimal risk to humans and only attack when they perceive a threat, preventative measures can be taken to deter them from nesting in residential areas.

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.

Bed Bugs in Hudson have a warm brown color and will grow no larger than 7 millimeters in length. They live solely off of blood and will live in areas in close proximity to humans and animals. They are commonly found in mattresses, bedding, and headboards where they can easily bite humans while they sleep. Vacuum frequently, don’t keep loose items under beds, and maintain clutter to eliminate creating hiding places for bed bugs.