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BOX ELDER BEETLES

    Box Elder Beetles

    Box Elder Beetles: What you need to know

    Identifying Characteristics

    • Box Elder Beetles measure ½ inch in length
    • They can be red or black with orange-red bands on the back
    • Found mainly on box elder trees but have been known to be seen on other trees such as maple
    • Generally seen in large populations, and can infest siding or windows

    Active Season

    • Box Elder Beetles are active from Summer through Fall
    • They can be found inside overwintering during the cold months

    Interesting Facts

    • Box Elders are sometimes mistakenly referred to as Stink Bugs
    • In cooler months they may be found on heavily sunned surfaces

    Cause for Concern

    • When Box Elder Beetles swarm it can be alarming
    • If inside they may stain curtains with their excretions or feces
    • They have been known to bite causing slight irritation

    Town & Country Can Help

    Customer Preparation

    • Most Box Elder Beetle treatments are completely exterior. If an interior treatment does need to be applied, a light spray around windows and doors may leave a very light film which should be left on for as long as possible to prevent entry. People and pets will need to remain out of the house for 1 hour

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    • All treatments come with the Town and Country Guarantee!

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    If you have any evidence or any suspicion that this pest is around your property do NOT hesitate to contact us before the problem gets out of control.

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    At Town & Country Pest Solutions we have gone through great lengths to better understand the pests that we encounter. Photos and videos have been an important tool in our research and we have included them here to help you “identify your pest.”

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