Health Risks
Some pests go beyond being a simple nuisance; their presence can also become a serious health risk. Whether from bacteria, parasites, viruses, or as a direct result of a bite, scratch or sting, the following pests can cause disease, food poisoning, or allergic reactions in people and pets.
Ticks
Bats
Squirrels
Oriental Cockroach
Brown-Banded Cockroach
Australian Cockroach
German Cockroach
American Cockroach
Mosquitoes
House Flies
Wasps, Hornets, Yellow Jackets
Cockroaches
Rats
Mice
Phorid Flies
Drain Flies
Filth Flies
Wondering if the pest you saw is a health risk?
Email a photo and/or description to Dr. El Damir, PhD, Adam’s full-time, board-certified entomologist. He’ll identify the pest and let you know if the pest poses any health concerns for your family or pets.