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Fall nuisance invaders on the move

September 29, 2015 9:04 AM
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Pine seed bug

As harvest begins and other plants in the landscape senesce, many insects and arthropods move to find overwintering habitat. Sometimes these animals seek out shelter in cracks and crevices of human structures such as houses and storage buildings. Common invaders include boxelder bug, lady beetles, millipedes, crickets, clover mite, pine seed bug and spiders. Pests enter structures accidentally and are generally harmless to people and property. Invaders do not sting, carry disease, reproduce or feed on people, pests, houseplants, stored food products or furnishings. Sometimes, invaders can stain fabrics, secrete foul odors or trigger allergens.