There are over 100 different types of beetles in California alone. Some beetles, like the ladybug, may be a welcomed sight for some people. However, several more beetles can make your skin crawl just by looking at them. If you think that you might have these creepy bugs crawling around your property, you will need the help of an Orange County pest control specialist to help. At The Termite Guy, we have a full team of experienced technicians who know the steps to eliminate a beetle infestation for good.
Ground Beetle Eggs And Larvae: How To Spot Them
The ground beetle has four stages of life: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. A mated adult female will lay up to 600 eggs at one time. The good news is that ground beetles almost never lay eggs in a home or structure. Instead, the female will lay her eggs in soft, moist soil or mulch. The small, white, oval-shaped eggs resemble small grains of rice. The eggs will stay in the soil for about a week before a larva hatches from the egg.
Once a larva has emerged from the egg, it will burrow into the ground. The beetle larva has an elongated body that kind of resembles a centipede. The segmented body has a large head that features two large pinchers at the end. Beetle larvae will spend the majority of this stage eating the small bugs that live in the soil.
Are Beetles Dangerous?
Ground beetles are not considered to be dangerous at all. They are not known to carry any diseases. They can pinch you with their pinchers if they feel threatened, but the pain usually only lasts a few minutes.
There are several other beetles in Orange County, however, that are capable of causing harm to your home and your property. Some beetles will eat the vegetables in your garden or the fruits on your trees. The bark beetle is native to California and will actually eat the tree itself, causing the tree to eventually die.
If beetles are able to get inside your home, they can contaminate accessible food. They can also eat your clothing and other objects made of soft cloth materials.
How Can I Prevent Beetles In My Home?
If you want to keep your home free of beetles, there are a few things that you can try. Some of the easy prevention steps include:
- Look around your home and seal up any cracks or gaps that you might have around your doors, windows, pipes, and other areas of your house.
- Keep all of your dry food in a sealed container.
- Don't leave fresh produce out on your countertops.
- Make sure to clean your countertops and sweep your floors after every meal to ensure there are no food particles around.
Beetles love to hide under objects such as rocks, wood, and cardboard boxes. Be sure to remove any old branches and other debris from your yard and keep your home clutter-free to eliminate any potential hiding spots for beetles and other pests.
What's The Best Way To Get Rid Of Beetles In My Home?
The quickest and easiest way to eradicate beetles from your Orange County home is to give The Termite Guy a call today. With over 25 years of experience, we know how to find, identify, and eradicate beetles from your home for good. Contact us at your convenience to schedule an inspection and get your free no-obligation estimate.
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