House Spider

Home Arachnid · Low risk House Spider Pholcus phalangioides The house spider is the most common spider found inside homes in Quebec. Virtually harmless to humans, it feeds on pest insects and helps maintain the ecological balance of the home. However, large numbers of them may indicate an underlying infestation of other insects. Request an […]

Earwig

Home Insect – Low risk Earwig Forficula auricularia The earwig is a nocturnal insect recognizable by its tail pincers (cerci), which have earned it a frightening but largely unjustified reputation. Contrary to popular belief, it does not pierce ears. It becomes a pest when it invades homes in large numbers in search of moisture. Request […]

Bumblebee

Home Insect – Low risk Bumblebee Bombus spp. The bumblebee is an essential pollinator, easily recognized by its black and yellow hairy body. Unlike wasps, they are not aggressive and only sting as a last resort. They play a crucial role in the pollination of Quebec’s wild flowers and agricultural crops. Request an intervention → […]

White-spotted wasp

Home 15-20 mm – Black and white Insect – High risk White-spotted wasp Dolichovespula maculata The white-spotted wasp is one of Quebec’s most imposing wasps. Its black coloring with ivory-white spots immediately distinguishes it from other species. It builds large aerial nests and is considered one of the most aggressive wasps in North America. Request […]

Eastern wasp

Home 12-20 mm – Black and white Insect – High risk Eastern wasp Dolichovespula maculata The Eastern wasp (Dolichovespula maculata), also known as the bald-faced hornet, can be recognized by its white markings on a black background (no yellow). It builds large aerial nests and is very aggressive when defending its nest. Request an intervention […]

Forest wasp

Home 12-18 mm – White and black Insect – High risk Forest wasp Vespula acadica The forest wasp (Vespula acadica) builds its aerial papier-mâché nests suspended in trees, shrubs or under eaves. Very common in forests and rural areas of Quebec, it is particularly aggressive when defending its nest. Request an intervention → 📞 1-866-499-6996 […]

Paper wasp

Home 15-22 mm – Reddish-brown and yellow Insect – Moderate risk Paper wasp Polistes fuscatus The paper wasp can be recognized by its elongated reddish-brown body and open, parasol-shaped nest. Less aggressive than the yellowjacket, it only attacks if its nest is threatened. Its nests are smaller (30 to 200 individuals) and often under eaves. […]

Yellow wasp

Home 10-16 mm – Yellow and black Insect – High risk Yellow wasp Vespula squamosa / germanica The yellowjacket is the most common and aggressive wasp in Quebec. Its yellow and black coloring makes it easily identifiable. It builds papier-mâché nests and can become very aggressive if its nest is threatened. Its stings can cause […]

Wasp

Home 10-19 mm – Yellow and black Insect – High risk Wasp Vespula spp. The yellowjacket is an aggressive insect that vigorously defends its nest. A colony can number several thousand individuals. Its stings can cause anaphylactic shock in allergy sufferers. Request an intervention → 📞 1-866-499-6996 SIZE 10 to 19 mm COLOR Yellow and […]