North Carolina, due to its location and varying climate, has a diverse range of pests. While the following list does not include every pest you might encounter in North Carolina, it does highlight some of the most common:
- Termites (Eastern Subterranean Termites, Formosan Termites)
- Ants (Carpenter Ants, Fire Ants, Argentine Ants)
- Bed Bugs
- Mosquitoes
- Ticks (Lone Star Ticks, Blacklegged Ticks)
- Fleas
- Cockroaches (American Cockroaches, German Cockroaches, Smoky Brown Cockroaches)
- Rodents (House Mice, Norway Rats, Roof Rats)
- Spiders (Black Widow Spiders, Brown Recluse Spiders)
- Wasps (Paper Wasps, Yellow Jackets, Hornets)
- Beetles (Asian Lady Beetles, Carpet Beetles)
- Silverfish
- Earwigs
- Aphids
- Moths (Indian Meal Moths, Webbing Clothes Moths)
- Mites (Dust Mites, Spider Mites)
- Flies (Houseflies, Fruit Flies, Drain Flies)
- Weevils (Rice Weevils, Granary Weevils)
- Stink Bugs (Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs)
- Pantry Pests (Confused Flour Beetles, Sawtoothed Grain Beetles)
- Carpenter Bees
- Squirrels
- Grubs (Japanese Beetle Grubs)
- Centipedes
- Millipedes
These are general examples of common pests in North Carolina. The specific types and prevalence of pests can vary depending on a number of factors, including geographical location within the state, time of year, and local weather conditions. Always seek advice from local pest control professionals for the most accurate information.