Identifying Ohio's Structural Pests

Which of the following is a common structural pest found in Ohio?

• Asian Tiger Mosquito

• German Cockroach

• Brown Recluse Spider

• Fire Ant

What is a key identifying feature of the Eastern Subterranean Termite?

• Red body with black stripes

• White, soft-bodied insects

• Large wings with colorful patterns

• Long antennae and segmented body

Which pest is known for causing structural damage by tunneling through wood?

• Carpenter Ant

• House Fly

• Bed Bug

• Silverfish

What is the primary method for identifying a bed bug infestation?

• Observing flying insects

• Noticing small, rust-colored stains on bedding

• Finding large nests in attics

• Hearing buzzing sounds at night

Which of the following pests is most likely to be found in damp, dark areas of a structure?

• House Mouse

• Silverfish

• Paper Wasp

• Flea

What is a common sign of a rodent infestation in a building?

• Chewed wires and droppings

• Large, visible nests in trees

• Piles of sawdust near wooden structures

• Dead insects on window sills

Which pest is known for leaving mud tubes on walls as a sign of infestation?

• Carpenter Bee

• Termite

• Ant

• Cockroach

What is the most effective way to identify a carpenter bee infestation?

• Observing bees entering holes in wood

• Finding honeycombs in attics

• Noticing large swarms near windows

• Hearing loud buzzing at night

Which pest is known for causing damage to stored food products?

• Indian Meal Moth

• House Centipede

• Earwig

• Stink Bug

What is a distinguishing feature of the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug?

• Bright green color

• Shield-shaped body

• Long, thin legs

• Striped wings