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.
North Dakota’s extreme temperature swings—from scorching summers to sub-zero winters—mean many pests are experts at seeking warmth inside residential structures. Here are 25 common pests found in the Peace Garden State:
- House mice
- Norway rats
- German cockroaches
- Boxelder bugs
- Brown marmorated stink bugs
- Carpenter ants
- Pavement ants
- Bed bugs
- Asian tiger mosquitoes
- Black-legged ticks (deer ticks)
- Yellowjackets
- Paper wasps
- Silverfish
- Springtails
- House centipedes
- Indian meal moths
- Confused flour beetles
- Emerald ash borers
- Japanese beetles
- Larder beetles
- Sowbugs (also known as pillbugs)
- Earwigs
- Field crickets
- Western bean cutworms
- Grasshoppers
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.