Ever noticed why it is that mosquitoes seem to bite you more often than your friends? Or why do the ants always find your picnic blanket? Although science suggests explanations, including body chemistry and carbon dioxide output, many people jokingly speculate if there might be a metaphysical link.
In this blog post, we look at whether your zodiac sign could play a role in how tempting you are to household pests. No matter how you feel about pest control (it is all science, after all!), this astrological perspective is a fun lens that will help you understand how to get rid of pests in Beaverton.
What’s In Astrology With Pests?
Planetary rulers and elemental qualities associated with traditional astrology zodiac signs have led to speculation of pest-plant relationships. According to astrological texts, signs that are ruled by Venus (Taurus and Libra) could have entirely different types of pests than signs that are ruled by Mars (Aries and Scorpio).
Some astrologers say certain planetary conjunctions correlate with increased pest activity. For instance, during Mercury retrograde (which occurs about three times a year), some have noted seeing odd pest behavior. While there is no science behind this, pest control companies do report seasonal cycles of pest activity that sort of line up with certain astrological periods.
Old astrological practices even prescribed remedies depending on zodiac signs. For example, Cancer should use water charged with moonlight to repel pests, while Leo’s plants should be slathered in sun-fueled oils. Today, we have more reliable scientific explanations, but these connections to history remind us that humanity has long turned to the heavens for solutions to our problems.
For instance, in one of the surveys among 1,000 homeowners, 28 percent said they thought there was some link between their birth month and the kind of pests they are used to, which reflects how common these beliefs are even though there is no scientific reason behind them.
Are You Attracting Pests With Your Zodiac Sign?
From a scientific perspective, pests are drawn to particular biological and environmental factors — body heat, scent, sweat composition, and even the microbiome on your skin. For example, some people are naturally more attracted to mosquitoes because of their body chemistry and the amount of CO2 they produce.
Still, astrology lovers argue such celestial forces could potentially come into play in subtly attracting certain pests. Because earth and water signs are considered to have nurturing qualities, it is theorized they would be more appealing to other creatures based on traditional astrological beliefs. No scientific basis establishes any such relationship, but it does raise an interesting question about why some homes seem to attract more pests than others, even in the same environment.
Which Zodiac Signs Are Pest Magnet?
Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn (Earth Signs)
Earth signs are grounded people, and they may attract bugs that thrive around soil and the garden, as their signs attract bugs that could be around dirt. Taurus, people who love tending to gardens or just being outside, may have to contend with some more insects that live in the soil. Statistically, homes containing large garden areas have 35% more outdoor pests than those without, according to pest control data.
Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces: Water Signs
Water signs may find pests who love all that moisture out for a visit with their emotional and intuitive energies. Cancer, in particular, may cause more water bugs and silverfish problems.
Fire Signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius)
Since fire signs are known for their warmth and energy, they may attract heat-seeking bugs. Leos and their angelic auras (and, perhaps, elevated body temperatures) may be vulnerable to mosquito bites. Differences in body heat as small as 1.5°F can cause an up to 40% increase in attraction by mosquitos.
Gemini, Libra, Aquarius—Air Signs
The significance of the air and their communicative inclined tribute will keep them away from flying bugs. Those born under Libra, who favor equilibrium in their environments, may actually have fewer pest issues overall. A
