Flies. Whether they’re houseflies or fruit flies, these pests can carry a wide range of diseases including food poisoning bacteria.Bed bugs. Contrary to their name, bed bugs can also be found in cracks and crevices. … Ants. Ants enter houses in search of food. … Wasps. … Rats. … Termites. … Mice. … Cockroaches.
What is the most common pest?
- Ants. There are many species of ants and the type most bothersome to homeowners has a lot to do with where you live. …
- Cockroaches. …
- Rodents. …
- Earwigs. …
- Millipedes. …
- Fleas.
What are some examples of pests?
A pest is any organism that spreads disease, causes destruction or is otherwise a nuisance. Some examples of pests are mosquitoes, rodents, and weeds. Not all insects are pests. Many different kinds of insects eat other insects and are beneficial species.
