Common Auckland Pests: Identification, Risks & Control Solutions

Side-by-side comparison of a flying ant and a termite

Flying Ants vs Termites

Table of Contents The Critical Difference: Flying Ants vs Termites Visual Identification: How to Spot the Difference Understanding the Phenomenon: Why Ants Fly Termites in New Zealand: A Real Threat? The Other Wood-Destroying Threat: The Common House Borer Prevention Strategies for Auckland Homeowners When to Call a Professional Pest Controller Flying ants in NZ are […]

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Close up of Common House Borer beetle and larva

Common House Borer ID

Table of Contents What is the Common House Borer? Visual Identification: Beetle vs. Larvae Identifying Flight Holes and Frass Life Cycle of the Borer Beetle Which Timbers are Most at Risk in NZ? Distinguishing from Other NZ Wood Borers Environmental Factors: Dampness and Humidity Frequently Asked Questions The Common House Borer (*Anobium punctatum*) is a

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Close up of a Two-Tooth Longhorn Borer beetle on timber

Two-Tooth Longhorn Borer

Table of Contents What is the Two-Tooth Longhorn Borer? Identifying the Threat: Two-Tooth vs. Common Borer Why Native Timbers (Rimu & Matai) are Primary Targets Critical Signs of a Two-Tooth Infestation Why Two-Tooth Borer is Harder to Treat Specialized Injection Treatments & Solutions Prevention and Long-Term Maintenance Two-tooth borer NZ (Ambeodontus tristis) is a destructive

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