The top 25 pests that are commonly found in Maryland due to its location and climate. For the most current and accurate information, please consult local pest control services. Here is a general list of pests that can be found in Maryland:
- Termites (Eastern Subterranean Termites)
- Ants (Carpenter Ants, Pavement Ants)
- Bed Bugs
- Mosquitoes
- Ticks (Black-legged Ticks, American Dog Ticks)
- Fleas
- Cockroaches (German Cockroaches, American Cockroaches)
- Rodents (House Mice, Norway Rats)
- Spiders (Black Widow Spiders, Brown Recluse Spiders)
- Wasps (Yellow Jackets, Paper Wasps)
- Beetles (Asian Lady Beetles, Carpet Beetles)
- Silverfish
- Earwigs
- Aphids
- Moths (Indian Meal Moths, Clothes Moths)
- Mites (Dust Mites, Bird Mites)
- Flies (Houseflies, Fruit Flies)
- Weevils (Rice Weevils, Granary Weevils)
- Millipedes
- Centipedes
- Stink Bugs (Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs)
- Pantry Pests (Saw-toothed Grain Beetles, Cigarette Beetles)
- Carpenter Bees
- Grubs (Japanese Beetle Grubs)
- Squirrels
Please remember that this is a generalized list, and not all these pests might be problematic in Maryland. The specific types and populations of pests can vary widely from year to year due to factors such as weather patterns, changes in local ecosystems, and human activity.