As temperatures drop, certain insects begin seeking shelter indoors. Among the most common “nuisance invaders” in Colorado are cluster flies, which often become a prominent presence in homes and buildings during the cool months. Other flies, such as blue bottle flies and the black blow fly, may also take advantage of warm, dry indoor spaces…
Category: Front Range Pest
In Colorado and Wyoming, stinging insects like wasps, hornets, and yellowjackets become more active during the warmer months and can quickly turn into a nuisance. These pests not only disrupt outdoor activities but also pose serious risks, especially for those allergic to their stings. Late summer and early fall are when these insects are most..
What Are Bed Bugs? Bed bugs are small, reddish-brown, oval-shaped insects, roughly 3/16 of an inch long, that often hide in beds and feed on humans while they sleep. These resilient pests are skilled hitchhikers, easily attaching to luggage, clothing, and other belongings, allowing infestations to spread rapidly. Although bed bugs can’t fly due to..
Ants are one of the most common pests found in homes across Colorado. With over 700 species of ants in the U.S., about 25 of these are known to infest homes. Although ants are small, their ability to form large, well-organized colonies can quickly turn them into a serious nuisance. As social insects, ants live..
Ticks are not only a concern when venturing into the great outdoors—they can also thrive in your own backyard. Colorado, with its abundant grassy, brushy, and wooded areas, provides the perfect environment for ticks to live and hitch a ride on pets or humans. Whether you’re walking your dog, gardening, hiking, or hunting, it’s important..