The list below contains pests that are commonly encountered in New Mexico. Please note that the severity and types of pests can vary based on specific locations within the state and the time of year. For real-time and location-specific pest issues, it’s best to consult with a local pest control agency or extension service. Here is a general list of pests you may encounter in New Mexico:
- Termites (Subterranean Termites)
- Carpenter Ants
- Bed Bugs
- Mosquitoes
- Ticks (Rocky Mountain Wood Tick)
- Fleas
- Cockroaches (American, Oriental, German, Brown-Banded)
- Rodents (House Mice, Norway Rats, Roof Rats)
- Spiders (Black Widow, Brown Recluse, Tarantulas)
- Scorpions (Arizona Bark Scorpion, Striped Bark Scorpion)
- Wasps (Paper Wasps, Yellow Jackets)
- Centipedes
- Millipedes
- Silverfish
- Pigeons and other nuisance birds
- Beetles (Elm Leaf Beetles, Carpet Beetles)
- Pantry pests (Indian Meal Moth, Cigarette Beetles, Saw-Toothed Grain Beetle)
- Aphids
- Whiteflies
- Squash Bugs
- Grasshoppers
- Crickets
- Boxelder Bugs
- Earwigs
- Gophers
These pests can present various challenges, from property damage to health hazards, and managing them often requires a professional pest control service. Always follow local guidelines and regulations when dealing with pest issues.