Learn about common ants in Missouri, their nesting habits, and how to manage infestations in homes and outdoor spaces.
Household pests : publication
Using bait stations to control rats and mice can be more effective and safe than using poison. Visit our website today to learn more.
Learn to identify common bees and wasps in Missouri, understand their nesting habits, and get tips on managing their presence safely.
Boxelder bugs are black and red insects that may enter homes in fall. They don't cause damage but can be a nuisance. Control includes sealing entry points and removing host trees.
Richard M. HousemanDepartment of Entomology
Learn how to use cover crops for grazing in Missouri, including species selection, management tips, and economic considerations.
Learn to identify and manage carpet beetles and clothes moths that damage fabrics, furs, and carpets in Missouri homes.
Revised by Richard M. HousemanDivision of Plant Sciences
Clover mites invade homes in spring and fall, feeding on plants. They don’t bite but can stain surfaces. Seal cracks to prevent infestations.
Cockroaches are flat, quick-moving insects that are active at night. Visit our website today to learn more about cockroaches.
Learn to identify signs of house mouse infestations and implement effective control methods, including sanitation, exclusion, and trapping.
Norway rats are stocky burrowing rodents that were unintentionally introduced into North America by settlers who arrived on ships from Europe. Also called brown rats or sewer rats, these destructive pests are found in and around towns and farms throughout Missouri. This guide provides information…
There are about 30 species of fleas in Missouri and many pose a health risk to pets and humans. Visit our site today to learn more about fleas.
Crickets can enter homes through gaps and cracks, causing damage to fabrics and becoming a nuisance.
Household flies can pose health risks. Identifying and controlling species like house, fruit, and phorid flies helps reduce infestations.
This publication provides detailed information on the identification, life cycle, and health implications of head, body, and crab lice.
This guide identifies common pantry pests, their habits, and control methods to protect stored foods from infestation.
Learn safe methods for washing clothing contaminated with pesticides to protect yourself, your family, and the environment.
Raccoons have adapted to urban areas, causing damage to property and posing health risks. Learn how to manage and prevent raccoon problems.
Striped and eastern spotted skunks inhabit diverse environments and may cause issues like lawn damage, poultry predation, and unpleasant odors.
Learn how mosquitoes live, breed, and spread disease, plus safe methods for controlling them around your home and environment.
Bruce Barrett and Wayne BaileyDepartment of Entomology
Learn about various insects and mites that occasionally bite humans, including bed bugs, bat bugs, bird and rodent mites, and their control methods.
Fred FishelDepartment of Agronomy
David E. BakerDepartment of Agricultural EngineeringThe great variety of pesticides used in America's agricultural production system presents varying degrees of hazard. These products were made to alter life cycles of living pest organisms, and many of these products are dangerous to people if not…
Find pesticide dilution guidelines for farm and home use, including calculations for different concentrations and spray volumes.
Pesticide poisoning is a commonly under-diagnosed illness. Visit our website to learn about pesticide poisoning symptoms and first aid.
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Scorpions make up a small order of arthropods closely related to spiders. Visit our website to learn more about scorpions.
Fred FishelDepartment of Agronomy
Control silverfish and firebrats by lowering humidity, sealing entry points, and removing starchy materials they feed on.
Few animals are more disliked or misunderstood than snakes. Visit our site for our Snakes: Information for Missouri Homeowners resource.
Learn about sowbugs and pillbugs, their biology, habitats, and effective management strategies to prevent home infestations.
Spiders belong to the order Araneae of the class Arachnida. More than 300 different spiders occur in Missouri.
Springtails are tiny, wingless creatures that thrive in moist environments, feeding on decaying matter and indicating healthy soil.
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Learn what ticks live in the Midwest, diseases they carry, and how to prevent them.
Fred FishelDepartment of AgronomyPaul AndreMissouri Department of Agriculture
Learn how to interpret pesticide labels for safe application and compliance with regulations.
Brad Fresenburg
Coordinator of Pesticide Programs
Melissa May
Missouri Department of Agriculture
Learn to identify and manage wood-boring beetles that damage wooden structures. This guide covers beetle types, damage signs, and control methods.