Box Elder Bugs

Why Am I Seeing Boxelder Bugs?

If you’re seeing boxelders around your home constantly, it’s probably because they’re getting food nearby. Boxelders feed almost exclusively on the seeds of boxelder, maple, and ash trees. Once they find a good food source, they’ll spend all summer feeding off of it and mating nearby.

How Do I Know When I Have An Ant Infestation?

Box elder bugs generally become a problem when they infest the inside of homes, storage sheds, or garages. While they are considered to be an outdoor pest, they are able to infest homes as the result of their need for shelter to overwinter. 

As winter ends and spring approaches, a homeowner may again see evidence of box elder bugs as they attempt to leave and go back outdoors. Indoors, box elder bugs are an annoyance, as they can stain household items with their excrement.

Boxelder bugs will be more prevelant if you have the following around your home: 

      • Plants
      • Boxelder trees
      • Maple trees
      • Cherry trees
      • Plum trees
      • Peach trees

Are They Dangerous?

They are considered harmless, boxelder bugs have no venom and do not sting. If your pet should happen to eat one, it will probably be the last time. Boxelders have a nasty taste that often makes dogs and cats vomit

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