All Guard Pest Control

Did you Know

The Bark Scorpion can crawl across walls and ceilings. It's the only scorpion with this ability, and one of the most prevalent scorpions in Arizona.

Bug of the month

The Red Imported Fire Ant, also known as Solenopsis invicta, is a formidable foe wherever it establishes a colony. Since invading the southeastern United States in the late 1920s, the pest has become widespread in 11 southeastern states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas. In these regions, the pest has caused billions of dollars in damage to agriculture and has had a major impact on public safety and the environment.

This roach is often confused with the GERMAN ROACH, but it's habits are different.They are often brought in dwellings in furniture.Commonly found in the southern states, but may be found in warmer parts of buildings in the northern states.

APPEARANCE:

They are light brown,about 1/2 inch long. They have two light, irregular bands along their wings. The GERMAN ROACH has two dark,distinctive bands behind their heads.

DIET:

They prefer starchy materials, but being scavengers will eat almost anything.

HABITS AND BIOLOGY:

The female will only carry the egg capsule for one or two days,then attach it to a protected surface. Each capsule contains 14-18 eggs, the young reach maturity in about 160 days. You can find these light brown egg capsules usually under or to the sides of a surface,well protected. They don't require the same moisture resources as the GERMAN ROACH,so they are commonly found in furniture,or on the walls and ceilings. They are not as commonly found in they kitchen and bathrooms,as the GERMAN ROACH,but can be found near refrigerator motors and other major appliances. Also look behind pictures and in closets. They are rarely seen during the day and may fly. They prefer dry and warm places and may be scattered throughout the building.