Arizona Pest Library

Aggressive stinging ant found in lawns and landscaping. Forms large mounds. Painful sting can cause allergic reactions.

Large black ant that nests in wood. Does not eat wood but excavates galleries, causing structural damage over time.

Common Arizona ant that collects seeds. Painful sting. Creates bare patches in lawns around colony entrances.

The only medically significant scorpion in the U.S. Climbs walls and hides in shoes, bedding, and towels. Sting requires medical attention.

Most destructive termite in Arizona. Lives underground, travels via mud tubes. Responsible for 95%+ of termite structural damage in the state.

Large reddish-brown roach. Enters homes through drains and gaps. Spreads bacteria and allergens.

Common outdoor roach in Arizona that invades homes. Often mistaken for American cockroach. Attracted to lights at night.

Venomous spider with red hourglass marking. Found in garages, woodpiles, and dark corners. Bite requires medical attention.

Venomous spider with violin-shaped marking. Hides in undisturbed areas. Bite can cause tissue necrosis.

Agile climber that enters homes through rooflines and trees. Chews wiring and spreads disease. Common in Phoenix Metro.

Small rodent that nests in walls and cabinets. Contaminates food and spreads bacteria. Breeds rapidly.