Creatures of varied shapes and sizes live among us every day. They thrive in a wide array of the environment from swamps, rivers, lakes, and even on the littlest corners of our home. Some of these creatures help in cleaning the area like how bees help pollinate the plants that surround us. While some are cute and beneficial, some can be very harmful and destructive. They can contaminate our food, destroy properties and spread diseases.
Yes, you know it. They’re pests. They are either a nuisance, something that annoys you, and ultimately brings upon destruction. Here are the five most dangerous pests to ever walk the face of the earth. Be wary, as some of these may already be infesting your home, and you need pest control in Salt Lake City.
Termites
This is perhaps the most common pest infestation American homes have. These pesky little creatures do not need rest or sleep so that they can wreak havoc in your home for 24 hours, seven days a week. The damage they cause is more structure-related, more so if your home is made of wood. Wood contains cellulose, and termites eat it. If you discover a termite infestation in your home, you need to contact pest control services immediately so you can save your property investment.
Scorpions
Scorpions usually thrive in areas of dry and deserted areas. Even a single, small one can sting you. Although their sting can hurt, you don’t have to worry much about their venom, unless your area is known to have a range of poisonous scorpions.
Bees and Wasps
What’s even more dangerous than critters that crawl? Critters that fly, of course. People are confused as to what bees and wasps are. After all, they look similar and belong to the same species. The differentiating factor lies in their natural aggression. Bees only attack when provoked, whereas wasps are naturally aggressive and will attack anyone at a given moment. In terms of their appearance, wasps are tinier and less hairy compared to bees.
Ants
Although they are typically harmless and common, they comprise about 20% of animal biomass all over the world. Ants can become pests because they can attack your plants, spoil your food, and depending on the species, they can give you a painful bite or destroy your property.
Spiders
Some people love them, while others don’t. They can either be poisonous or not. It’s important that you recognize which ones are poisonous, as they could harm your family. Most spiders that are not poisonous can act as insect repellents because they feed on insects, but they can be a pest when they spin their web which can collect dust. If you live in Utah, Arizona, or Australia, you might find the most poisonous spiders such as Black Wifows in your garden.
It was found that for 128 families, about 211 species of pests are living in their home. But as long as they are not destroying structures or compromising your family’s health and safety, these insects should not be a problem.
