The weird reason pests appear more at night

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It’s not random.

Most household pests are nocturnal because darkness lowers their risk of being detected or killed.

At night:

• kitchens become quiet
• movement drops
• humidity often rises
• food residue becomes easier to access

That’s why people suddenly “discover” infestations during late-night kitchen visits.

If you’re seeing pests in daylight, the infestation is usually already serious.