Bug infestation in Klamath falls (tiny black bugs) - Ask Extension
We bought a rental house last summer and all the window sills had tiny black bugs on them. Then we noticed them on the floor and in the closet. They...
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Bug infestation in Klamath falls (tiny black bugs) #749322
Asked May 11, 2021, 1:58 PM EDT
We bought a rental house last summer and all the window sills had tiny black bugs on them. Then we noticed them on the floor and in the closet. They appear to have a short life (individually), but as a whole - they last through the summer. We vacuumed them up only to have them reappear the next time we were there (a week later) and we kept repeating the process. They were finally gone by November. Now our renters are complaining of bugs with the same description. What are they and how can we get rid of them? Please HELP!
Klamath County Oregon
Expert Response
Hi, thanks for using Extension for your bug question. There are a couple likely culprits, but your pictures are too far away from the insect- I can't get enough resolution to make a good ID.
Is it possible to get some better pictures, much closer to the insect? If that is not possible, capturing some of the insects would be the next option. I'm sure I can ID if I can get a better picture, or a specimen.
thanks so much, Nicole
I will be out of the office Tuesday and Wednesday (5/11-12). If you need immediate assistance, please contact Mimi Fonseca. Thank you.
Sue