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GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT BEETLES

Wood Boring Beetles
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household pests
- There are many, many thousands of this species in the world.
- The majority of them have a beneficial impact on us as they eat other insects.
- Unfortunately, some of these bugs can create serious pest problems in our homes as their larvae are capable of doing a lot of damage to fabrics, timber and foods. For example an infestation of
woodworm
in the timbers of a house or in furniture can cause £1000s of damage.
- Some of the larger creatures in this species, when being handled, may pinch you with their mouth parts, but these bites are not considered a medical threat.
- These fascinating insects can occasionally cause us a real nuisance and even frighten us just by their presence in our homes.
Life Cycle of these Household Pests
The adult female lays its eggs on suitable material to its species.
The eggs hatch into larvae. These larvae are known as woodworms.
The larvae find their nourishment from the given material, causing damage and annoyance.
When the larvae mature, the new adult emerges.
Male and female bug mate, eggs are created and a new life cycle commences.
Holes made by Woodworm Photo Courtesy of Wikipedia
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Deterring Household pests
Keep the structure and building of your house in good order. Be watchful for unexpected pest lures.
Household Pests
Many of our houses can contain attractive dens to household bugs
Pest Control in the Home
Crawling creatures will find open doors, windows or cracks-
Ant Identification
The little black bugs measuring around 3mm are not known to transmit disease but-
Bed Bugs
Bed Bugs Signs
Bed Bug Bite Symptoms
Bed Bug Bites
Bed Bugs can they Kill You?
Bed Bug infestations have increased hugely over the past few years.
Beetles
Unfortunately, some of these bugs can create serious pest problems in our homes
Carpet Beetles
Carpet Beetles or Woolly Bear Grubs are major textile household pests-
Cellar Beetle
Go on a hunt for their place of entry into your house.
Clothes Moth
The moth larvae causes problems by nibbling-
Common Spider
-often cause panic and revulsion amongst many.
Fleas
Fleas are jumping and flightless parasites many of whom-
Flies
These insects are most active in the hotter months of the year-
Flour Beetle
The adult female beetle glues its eggs onto flour-
Ground Beetle
Their home is in the garden but sometimes they may wander-
House Dust Mite
This tiny creature is probably present in every mattress
Ticks
Ticks can carry serious diseases,-
Mice
They are good climbers and can squeeze through gaps-
Mosquitoes
They are the cause of much fever and death in the world.
Moths
There are many ways to control and get rid of these pests.
Mould and Mold
Keep vigilant for any hint of this bothersome fungus and treat it immediately-
Rats
They can do a lot of damage by nibbling at wood-work -
Silverfish
It poses no threat to humans
Stink Bug
They emit a fine, odorous spray in order to defend themselves-
Wasps
-are not only considered as pests but -
Woodworm
If you see any new holes or any further evidence of sawdust-
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