Pest Control Info
San Ysidro, NM

Arizona Bark Scorpions, with their distinctive tan hue and darker backs, possess a size potential of up to 2.5 inches. Their nocturnal habits are well documented, as they are known to venture out only during nighttime hours. These scorpions have a proclivity for nesting in cool, dark, and sheltered areas such as basements, beneath rocks, and under tree bark. Their carnivorous feeding habits consist of preying on insects and other scorpions. The use of a black light may be employed as a detection method, as it will illuminate the light blue color of Arizona Bark Scorpions when they are present in dark environments.

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.

Subterranean termites are a diverse group of insects with specialized body shapes based on their roles in the colony. The swarmers, also known as alates, have wings and are responsible for reproduction. Workers, which are the most numerous caste, have smaller jaws and are responsible for foraging, feeding, and caring for the young. Soldiers, with large heads and long mandibles, are responsible for defending the colony against predators. Subterranean termites are known to build colonies underground and invade San Ysidro, NM homes by tunneling through soil. They construct mud tubes to provide a protective and controlled environment for themselves as they access wood for food.

Oriental cockroaches have a shiny black exterior. Males grow to 25 millimeters in length and have short wings. Females reach 32 millimeters and do not have wings. Oriental cockroaches are commonly found in dark and damp areas such as drain pipes, sewers, basements, and crawl spaces. They prefer to feed off of trash and decaying organic matter. While their bites are not dangerous, they can spread many diseases by simply walking around. Take care of any leaks, regularly clean garbage cans, and seal off potential points of entry to prevent them from entering a home.

Pogonomyrmex rugosus have maroon colored bodies with thick grooves on their heads and grow up to 10 millimeters in length. They primarily eat seeds and build their nests in dry and dusty soil.

Norway rats in San Ysidro, NM 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.

Rabbit Hutch Spiders are dark brown in color with a dotted tan line down their backs. They have a distinct mark in the shape of an infinity sign on their underbellies and grow to about 1/5th of an inch in size. Rabbit Hutch spiders are shy and seek quiet dark corners in sheds and along walls to build their corner webs. Their diet consists predominantly of woodlice, flies, and other small insects. Though they resemble black widows in appearance, these spiders are not known to be venomous.

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 San Ysidro, NM.