This index features various insects, arachnids, and animals commonly considered pests, whose common names begin with the letter X. Due to limited common pest names beginning with X, we focus on a key structural pest.
A detailed list and link to more information on them is at bottom of the page
Structural Pests (X)
- Xylocopa Virginica (Carpenter Bee): A large, fuzzy bee that drills near-perfect circular holes into wooden structures (decks, eaves, fascia) to create nests.
General Pests (X)
- X-Rated Pests (Severe Structural Damage): A category encompassing pests known for extreme destruction, primarily Termites and the aforementioned Carpenter Bees.
Quick Tip: Damage from the Carpenter Bee is often cosmetic initially, but repeated nesting over years can structurally weaken wood.