The armyworm is an invasive pest species in New Zealand. They can decimate garden lawns and vegetable patches in the space of a few days, so when signs of them appear, you need to act quickly.
How to get rid of rats. Rats are the most successful of all the world's pest animal species. They live in association with humans, scavenging on our waste and living in our homes. Rats are vectors of disease.
The Southern ant may be the most common native ant in New Zealand. It is found all parts of the country and in most habitats. But it is not often a pest that will forage indoors.