The top 25 pests in New York for a given year varies, 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 New York:
- Termites (Eastern Subterranean Termites)
- Ants (Carpenter Ants, Odorous House Ants)
- Bed Bugs
- Mosquitoes
- Ticks (Blacklegged Ticks, American Dog Ticks)
- Fleas
- Cockroaches (American Cockroaches, German Cockroaches)
- Rodents (House Mice, Norway Rats)
- Spiders (Common House Spiders, Long-bodied Cellar Spiders)
- Wasps (Yellow Jackets, Bald-Faced Hornets)
- 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 (Confused Flour 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 New York. 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.