Pests Beginning with T

This index features various insects, arachnids, and animals commonly considered pests, whose common names begin with the letter T. 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 (T)

Termites (General): Wood-destroying insects that include subterranean, drywood, and dampwood species.
Ticks: Blood-feeding arachnids that transmit diseases like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.
Tussock Moths: Moths whose caterpillars have distinct tufts of hair and can cause skin irritation upon contact.

Garden & Agricultural Pests (T)

Thrips: Tiny, slender insects that suck the contents out of plant cells, leaving silvery stippling on leaves and flowers.
Tent Caterpillars: Larvae of several moth species that build noticeable silk nests in trees, causing defoliation.

Rodents & Wildlife Pests (T)

Tree Squirrels (Nuisance): Squirrels that may nest in attics, damage insulation, and chew on eaves.

Quick Tip: If you find small, clear, shed skins, you may have a Tick problem. Ticks require targeted control on pets, in lawns, and proper body checks after outdoor activities.