While Alaska’s colder climate tends to limit the number and variety of pests compared to other regions, there are still various insects, rodents, and other animals that can be considered pests in Alaska. Here is a list of 25 common pests in Alaska:
- Mosquitoes
- Black flies
- No-see-ums (biting midges)
- Yellowjackets
- Bald-faced hornets
- Ants (including carpenter ants and sugar ants)
- Aphids
- Spiders (including wolf spiders and house spiders)
- Carpet beetles
- Clothes moths
- Earwigs
- Cluster flies
- House flies
- Silverfish
- Fleas
- Ticks
- Bed bugs
- Slugs
- Snails
- Voles
- Porcupines
- Squirrels (red and gray)
- Mice (including house mice and deer mice)
- Rats (including Norway rats and roof rats)
- Beavers
Need Help With a Unique Pest Problem?
Can’t find your exact pest issue on the list above? No worries—local Alaska pest control providers have seen it all. From mystery critters to surprise infestations, most companies are happy to field questions or put you in touch with the right specialist. Just give their office a call and let them know what’s bugging you—they’ll steer you in the right direction or offer a custom solution tailored to your situation.
Please note that while some of these pests may cause damage to property or be a nuisance to humans, they are also an essential part of the ecosystem. Some may even be beneficial in controlling other pests or providing food for other wildlife. It is essential to manage these pests responsibly and humanely.