Boxelder Bug Control in Southeast Michigan
Boxelder bugs are a seasonal nuisance pest that invades homes in large numbers in the fall as temperatures drop. They overwinter in wall voids and other protected spaces and often emerge inside homes during warm spells in late winter and early spring. They do not bite or cause structural damage, but large numbers inside a home are a significant annoyance.
Where They Are Found
Identification
Michigan has several species that fall under this pest category. Here is what to look for.
Boxelder Bugs
About 1/2 inch, black with red or orange markings along the edges and wings. Flat, oval-shaped. Found in large aggregations on warm surfaces in fall.
Boxelder Seeds
The primary food source. Boxelder bugs feed on the seeds of boxelder, maple, and occasionally ash trees. Homes near these trees see higher activity.
Overwintering Behavior
In fall, boxelder bugs seek gaps in siding, window frames, and rooflines to enter wall voids for winter. They do not reproduce indoors and emerge again in spring.
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