While ground beetles are an insect that is beneficial for the garden and lawn, if they are in large numbers, they can be a major nuisance. They can nest under rocks, logs and other materials and are attracted to areas that are dark and moist. It is therefore important to limit areas where they can shelter, as well as use a quality pest control product to eradicate them.

While ground beetles are a pest, they are also a beneficial predator in the garden. They feed on a variety of insects and even plant seeds.…