Animal Nests & Burrows
Rodent nests, bird nests, and areas near domestic and wild animal harborage.
Medium PriorityWhy Pests Are Found Here
Kissing bugs feed on blood of animals at night. Found near nests of rodents, opossums, raccoons. Also in chicken coops and dog houses.
Inspection Tips
Inspect areas around animal activity, check wood piles near animal shelters, look under porches where animals nest.
Associated Pests
6 pests commonly found in this location
| Common Name | Scientific Name | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Brown Dog Tick | Rhipicephalus sanguineus | Fleas & Ticks |
| American Dog Tick | Dermacentor variabilis | Fleas & Ticks |
| Blacklegged Tick | Ixodes scapularis | Fleas & Ticks |
| Lone Star Tick | Amblyomma americanum | Fleas & Ticks |
| Rocky Mountain Wood Tick | Dermacentor andersoni | Fleas & Ticks |
| Kissing Bug | Triatoma sanguisuga | Occasional Invaders |
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