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- Carpenter Ant Frass
What it looks like: Similar to termite droppings but mixed with insect body parts and debris from the wood they’ve been tunneling through. It’s often coarser and less uniform.
What it means: Carpenter ants don’t eat wood—they excavate it to build their nests. The frass is what they push out.
Why in a child’s room: They’re drawn to moist or decaying wood. Check windowsills, baseboards, or areas near a bathroom.
What to do: Again, call a pest control professional.
- Mouse or Rat Droppings
What it looks like: Small, dark, rice-shaped pellets. Usually found near walls, in corners, or along baseboards.
What it means: Rodents are active in your home. They’re nocturnal, so you might not see them—but you’ll find their droppings.
Why in a child’s room: Rodents are attracted to warmth, shelter, and food crumbs. Check under the bed, in closets, or near any snack remnants.
What to do: Set traps, seal entry points, and clean thoroughly. If the infestation is large, call an exterminator.
- Cockroach Droppings
What it looks like: Small, black or brown pellets that resemble coffee grounds or black pepper. Larger roaches leave ridged, cylindrical droppings.
What it means: Roaches are present—and they’re active at night.
Why in a child’s room: Roaches are drawn to warmth, moisture, and food debris. Check behind furniture, in drawers, or near any electronics that generate heat.
What to do: Clean thoroughly, eliminate food sources, and consider bait traps or professional help.
