RodentsHigh risk
Peak: Sept to Feb
Rats & Mice
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
PeakActiveLow
Common signs
- Droppings near food or skirting boards
- Gnaw marks on wires or packaging
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Risk level: High risk Medium risk Low risk
InsectsHigh risk
Peak: Jun to Sept
Bed Bugs
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
PeakActiveLow
Common signs
- Itchy red bites in lines or clusters
- Small blood spots on bedding
Stinging insectsHigh risk
Peak: Jul to Sept
Wasps
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
PeakActiveLow
Common signs
- Visible nest (papery, grey) in loft, shed, or wall cavity
- High wasp activity around one area
InsectsMedium risk
Peak: Jun to Oct
Fleas
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
PeakActiveLow
Common signs
- Itchy bites around ankles and lower legs
- Pets scratching excessively
InsectsMedium risk
Peak: Jun to Aug
Ants
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
PeakActiveLow
Common signs
- Trails of ants leading to food sources
- Small soil mounds near paving or foundations
InsectsMedium risk
Peak: Jun to Sept
Flies
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
PeakActiveLow
Common signs
- Large numbers of flies indoors
- Maggots near bins or food waste
InsectsHigh risk
Peak: Jun to Oct
Cockroaches
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
PeakActiveLow
Common signs
- Dark droppings resembling coffee grounds
- Egg cases (oothecae) behind appliances
BirdsMedium risk
Nesting: Mar to Aug
Pest Birds
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
PeakActiveLow
Common signs
- Droppings accumulating on ledges or vehicles
- Nesting material blocking gutters or vents
InsectsMedium risk
Peak: May to Oct
Stored Product Insects
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
PeakActiveLow
Common signs
- Insects or larvae in flour, cereals, or dried goods
- Webbing or clumping in stored food
InsectsLow risk
Adults: May to Aug
Textile Pests
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
PeakActiveLow
Common signs
- Irregular holes in wool, silk, or fur garments
- Larvae or shed skins in wardrobes
WildlifeMedium risk
Moles: Mar to May and Sept to Oct
Moles & Squirrels
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
PeakActiveLow
Common signs
- Molehills appearing on lawns or fields
- Raised ridges across turf
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