**Do Bugs Hibernate? Find Out What Winter Pests Do!**
You know that bears hibernate, but what about bugs? As temperatures drop, insects and arachnids have three survival strategies:
1. **Die:** Many bugs succumb to the cold, but a portion survives to repopulate. For instance, only future wasp queens make it through winter.
2. **Diapause:** Some insects pause development, like mosquito eggs, while others, like boxelder bugs, enter a life-pause state with antifreeze-like substances in their bodies.
3. **Migrate:** Monarch butterflies migrate thousands of miles, while cluster flies and mice might just invade your home!
**How Do Bugs Hibernate?**
Insects adapt with slowed metabolisms, protected habitats, and even hijacking climate-controlled spaces like your home. Common hibernating pests include ants, centipedes, wasps, spiders, and boxelder bugs.
**Winter Active Pests:**
Cockroaches, bedbugs, and silverfish thrive in warm, humid areas. They evolve to stay close to people, making winter pest control crucial.
**Call Rove Pest Control** to protect your home from overwintering pests and prepare for spring!
