North Dakota, due to its northern location and harsh winters, has a unique range of pests. While the following list does not include every pest you might encounter in North Dakota, it does highlight some of the most common:
- Termites (Eastern Subterranean Termites)
- Ants (Carpenter Ants, Pavement Ants)
- Bed Bugs
- Mosquitoes
- Ticks (American Dog Ticks, Blacklegged Ticks)
- Fleas
- Cockroaches (German Cockroaches, Oriental Cockroaches)
- Rodents (House Mice, Norway Rats)
- Spiders (Common House Spiders, Wolf Spiders)
- Wasps (Paper Wasps, Yellow Jackets)
- Beetles (Asian Lady Beetles, Carpet Beetles)
- Silverfish
- Earwigs
- Aphids
- Moths (Indian Meal Moths, Clothes Moths)
- Mites (Dust Mites, Spider Mites)
- Flies (Houseflies, Cluster Flies)
- Weevils (Rice Weevils, Granary Weevils)
- Boxelder Bugs
- Pantry Pests (Confused Flour Beetles, Sawtoothed Grain Beetles)
- Centipedes
- Millipedes
- Squirrels
- Grasshoppers
- Gophers
These are general examples of common pests in North Dakota. 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.