Pests Beginning with M

This index features various insects, arachnids, and animals commonly considered pests, whose common names begin with the letter M. Click on a pest name to view detailed identification and control information.

A detailed list and link to more information on them is at bottom of the page

Household & Structural Pests (M)

Moth Flies (Drain Flies): Small, fuzzy flies that breed in the gelatinous film lining pipes and drains.
Millipedes: Slow-moving arthropods that prefer damp, decaying vegetation and often enter basements and garages.
Mosquitoes: Blood-feeding insects known for transmitting serious diseases like West Nile Virus and Zika.

Garden & Agricultural Pests (M)

Mealybugs: Soft, scale-like insects covered in white, cottony wax that suck sap from plants, often houseplants or citrus.
Mites (Spider Mites): Tiny arachnids that feed on plant cells, leaving stippling damage on leaves.

Rodents & Wildlife Pests (M)

Mice (General): Common structural rodents, including the House Mouse and Deer Mouse, that require exclusion and trapping.
Moles: Subterranean mammals that create raised tunnels, damaging lawns and gardens while seeking earthworms and insects.

Quick Tip: The most effective way to control Mosquitoes is by eliminating standing water sources where they breed, such as clogged gutters, old tires, and bird baths.