
Other types are the American, Oriental and brown-banded cockroach, but they are less common. They hide in secluded dark spots, sometimes even behind pictures or inside of wall sockets. Cockroaches usually come out at night, so daytime sightings could indicate a bigger infestation. Roaches: The German cockroach is the most common in the Sacramento area.Carpenter ants chew on wood to gain entry and create nests - they’re highly aggressive and have wars with termites. Pavement ants are most prevalent at night when they come out to search for food. Pharaoh ants are small and also very common, but they don’t pose a threat to humans. Ants: The most common type of ants found in Sacramento are Argentine ants, which can move their nest quickly when they sense danger.Rats can cause a lot of damage to property, contaminate food, and transmit diseases or parasites to humans and other animals. Rodents: The most common types of rodents in the Sacramento area are the roof rat, the Norway rat and the house mouse.Termites: The most common termites in the Sacramento area are Western Subterranean Termites (very damaging to structures), Western Drywood Termites (they swarm in Sept and Oct when temperatures rise quickly), and Pacific Dampwood Termites (they thrive in cool, humid climates).

Other common spiders are the wolf spider (fast movers attack if provoked), the orb weaver spider and tarantulas (mainly common in this area because people keep them as pets). These spiders are not aggressive, but they are very territorial and attack when threatened. The three venomous spiders to be wary of in Sacramento are the black widow, the cellar spider, and the yellow sac spider. Spiders: Spiders are drawn inside during fall and winter when they seek warmth.The sting of a Yellowjacket is excruciating and can be life-threatening for anyone sensitive or allergic. Yellowjackets are most prevalent in the later summer months, and since their numbers increase during this time, they can be a nuisance in parks as they search for food. Common wasps also cause damage but make their nests aerially. German wasps make their nests in walls or attics, which can cause structural damage. Stinging insects: The two most common species of wasps in the Sacramento area are Vespula pensylvanica (common wasp) and Vespula germanica (German wasp).However, this doesn’t guarantee you won’t have to deal with an infestation.

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Stinging insects, spiders, termites and bed bugs are prevalent in Sacramento, and the latter is especially difficult to eradicate without professional assistance.
