Can You Solve These 10 Pest-Themed Riddles?

Brain teasers and puzzles are one of the easiest ways to stretch our brain muscles every day. From the daily crossword in the newspaper to a sudoku puzzle you found online, there are endless possibilities for new puzzle discoveries these days. So, we had a thought: why not create fun riddles centered on some of our most well-known pests? And that’s exactly what we did!

Below are 10 unique riddles that each have an answer of a common pest. The answer key is after the section about our efficient pest control services, so you don’t have to worry about accidentally seeing the answers before you finish the riddles. You can even make it a game by sending this blog to the avid puzzlers in your life to see who gets the most correct! However you decide to complete it, we hope you enjoy these pest-themed riddles — and maybe even learn some new facts about our most infamous pests.

One

“Insect” is my name and scavenging is my game.

I live on the ground, but I like to fly up high.

I love pretty flowers and good meals, but I’m too angry to enjoy them with other friends.

I’m not cold, but I’m known for my jacket.

What am I?

Two

I’m a hardworking insect that can’t curb my cravings.

I love a house party, but no one wants me there.

I’m dark-colored with sharp mandibles (mouth parts), but I don’t bite unless you ruin my carpentry project.

I would feel right at home in the lumber section of a hardware store, but only if I bring snacks.

What am I?

Three

I’m a bug in a big family, but we’re all introverts.

I’m considered a nuisance, but I’m tougher than anyone else.

I love a slumber party, but only for the main beverage.

I didn’t make my bed, but I live to lie in it.

What am I?

Four

I’m a pest with 8 legs who is dressed to kill.

I stick to the shadows, but I have a colorful bright spot.

I love and protect my family, though my reputation (and name) says otherwise.

I keep to myself, but I always have a lethal attack prepared.

What am I?

Five

I’m a summertime insect with a love for the water.

I’m a huge people-person, but I’m not the easiest to see in large crowds.

I have a special diet if I’m a female, and it’s the most well-known fact of my existence.

I’m always whining, but I don’t have much to complain about.

What am I?

Six

I’m a common critter that’s both a homebody and a busybody.

I have a huge family, but we intentionally live in a tiny, cramped space.

I like noisily exploring my surroundings, but only under the cover of quiet darkness.

I have a simple diet, but I chew on everything in the house — which explains my name.

What am I?

Seven

I’m an industrious insect that’s in the family business of home renovation.

I make any house my home, even if it doesn’t have any furniture.

I have a job — like everyone else in my group — and we hardly ever see the sun.

I work hard and never sleep, but I still love the smell of sawdust in the morning.

What am I?

Eight

I’m a nocturnal insect whose only friend is the night.

I spend lots of time with my family, but it’s never seen as a positive thing.

I devour everything in sight, but I still like to eat organic when I can.

I’m seen as a scummy creature, but I’m also believed to have the ability to survive an apocalypse.

What am I?

Nine

I’m an introverted critter that actually doesn’t love the feeling of fresh-cut grass.

I don’t want to be noticed, but my love language is physical touch.

I love being in the outdoors, even though I’m always on a liquid diet.

I‘m plump and happy whenever I’m fed, which inspired a famous metaphor.

What am I?

Ten

I’m a dark-colored insect that loves the night life.

I prefer the darkness, but I need a (metaphorical) spotlight to survive.

I’m associated with silence, but I can’t stop talking.

I create personal love songs that are the soundtrack to your summer evenings.

What am I?

Pest Control Shouldn’t Be A Puzzle

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