Boxelder Bugs Out of Control in Michigan
Box elder bugs seem to be everywhere this fall. By the time you remove one, another seems to take its place. Much of this is due to the warmer-than-average fall days the state has experienced. However, as temperatures begin to decrease, the occurrence of box elder bugs should also follow trend.
What Is a Box Elder Bug?
A box elder bug is a black and red bug that is commonly found on wall structures. They can be identified by their two antennae and six legs. Many people confuse them with beetles. Boxelder bugs get their name from the boxelder tree, which is most common in southern Michigan.
Box elder bugs come indoors in the fall months seeking warmth. They may be found in homes in Michigan, including in attics or walls. The good news is that box elder bugs are relatively harmless. They don’t typically cause damage or bite. They also don’t reproduce indoors, meaning they don’t often cause infestations. They primarily feed on Michigan’s boxelder trees, but may also consume other tree types.
How to Get Rid of Boxelder Bugs
Boxelder bugs are usually pretty simple to get rid of, and don’t often require the services of a professional pest removal company. If you do notice a boxelder bug in your home, it’s best to transport it back outdoors. More fearful residents can use a vacuum hose or bug catcher to safely transport them.
Prevention is also key in keeping boxelder and other bugs out of your Michigan residence. Boxelder bugs seek warmth during the colder winter months and will enter your home through the smallest of cracks. Keeping windows, doors, and other entrance points well sealed will not only keep boxelder bugs out, but also other, more harmful pests.
More Harmful Fall Bugs in Michigan
While boxelder bugs don’t bite or cause too extensive damage to homes, other pests in Michigan can. For example, the spotted lanternfly is invasive, damaging many of Michigan’s plants. The brown marmorated stink bug is also lively in Michigan and causes an unpleasant scent when impacted.
Ongoing pest control services are one of the best ways to keep your Michigan home pest-free this fall and winter.
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