Did you know spiders are some of the oldest insects on the planet and have been creeping around for about 500 million years<\/a>? With over 45,000 species scattered across the globe, they\u2019re also one of the most widespread groups of animals.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Silverfish<\/a> are tiny, wingless bugs with a shiny, silvery-blue color that gives them their name. Fun fact: one of the oldest known insects, from about 385 million years ago<\/a>, was a silverfish-like critter! There are over 120 species of them all over the world today. \u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dragonflies are some of the coolest and longest-living animals around, and they’ve been fascinating us for a very long time\u2014about 406 million years<\/a>, to be exact! They\u2019re truly global citizens, found in almost every part of the world with over 7,000 species.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dragonflies are one of the most iconic insects and are some of the oldest insects<\/a> around. They evolved about 300 million years ago and were some of the first winged insects. Today, there are over 7,000 different dragonfly species found all over the world. They’re predators and use their keen eyesight and flying skills to chase down their prey. And their larvae are also predators, living in water and using long, extendable jaws to capture their victims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wasps are another familiar and feared insect, and they\u2019re thought to have been buzzing around Earth for around 240 million years<\/a>. With over 30,000 different species, they\u2019re in every corner of the globe. Removing wasp nests from your home<\/a> isn’t the safest DIY project, so be sure to call Fox Pest Control<\/a> if you have a wasp problem.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mosquitos are the ultimate annoying and dangerous insect. Scientists believe these pesky critters have been buzzing around for a mind-boggling 226 million years!<\/a> The oldest mosquito fossil is 79 million years old. Today, over 3,500 different mosquito species are found all over the world. \u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Earwigs are quirky little bugs with long, pointy \u201cpincers\u201d that make them stand out. The oldest earwig fossil is around 208 million years old<\/a>, which is pretty impressive! There are over 2,000 different earwig species strutting their stuff worldwide. \u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ants are\u202falso among the oldest living insects in the\u202fworld. Scientists think ants have been hustling around the planet for about 140 \u2013 168 million years<\/a>, which is pretty impressive, right?\u202f Over 12,500 ant species make their way into almost every nook and cranny of the world, except for chilly Antarctica. Some estimates say there could be up to 20 quadrillion individual ants<\/a> out there doing their thing.\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bees are another ancient insect, with fossil records<\/a> showing they\u2019ve been buzzing around for about 130 million years<\/a>! There are over 20,000 different bee species, each with its own vibe and habitat. Bees play a major role in pollinating plants and flowers, helping our gardens bloom and crops thrive. They\u2019re the masterminds behind honey production, giving us that sweet golden goodness we love so much.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n You may have heard that cockroaches are the oldest living insect, but that\u2019s not quite true. While they haven\u2019t been around as long as some insects, these guys have been hanging around for about 125-140 million years<\/a>, which is still pretty impressive. There are over 4,600 cockroaches on every continent except Antarctica. Understanding cockroaches<\/a> and their habits can also help keep them from crashing into your sweet home.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Termites are tiny, colony-living insects that have been on Earth<\/a> for around 120 million years. There are over 2,000 different termite species found all over the world, famous for their wood-eating skills. 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Silverfish: Over 400 Million Years Old\u00a0<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\n3. Dragonfly: 406 Million Years Old\u202f<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
4. Beetles: 327 Million Years Old\u202f<\/a>\u202f\u202f<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
5. Wasps: 240 Million Years Old\u00a0<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
6. Mosquitos: 225 Million Years Old<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\n7. Earwigs: 208 Million Years Old<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
8. Ants: 140 – 168 Million Years Old<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\n9. Bees: 130 Million Years Old<\/a>\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
10. Cockroaches: 125 – 140 Million Years Old<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
11. Termites: 120 Million Years Old<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\n12. Grasshoppers: 65 Million Years Old<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
These ancient insects are like living fossils, fascinating but often unwelcome in our homes. Fox Pest Control respects their history, but also understands the need for a comfortable living space without pests. Whether you\u2019re dealing with termites, cockroaches, or any other pesky invaders, we\u2019re here to help. Contact us today<\/a> for a free inspection and estimate!\u202f\u202f\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n