Flour Beetle

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formal_name

Chilopoda and Diplopoda

 

description

The flour beetles enjoy wheat and other grains and are adapted to survive in very dry environments. They have a voracious appetite for stored cereals and nuts, annually causing millions of dollars in damage.

 

color

Reddish Brown

 

legs

6

 

shape

Oval

 

size

1/8 of an inch

 

antenanae

yes

 

region

The red flour beetles are found more often in southern states. The confused flour beetle is seen in northern states.

 

habits

Red flour beetle flies and can invade via an outside food source.

 

habitat

They are common in processed grain. Their flattened body allows them to make their way into almost any package. Flour and other processed foods heavily infested by these beetles often develop a gray tint.

 

threats

They are a major pest in the agricultural industry and are highly resistant to insecticides.

 

prevention

Food products need to be inspected for signs of infestation, including cereals, and packaged dried foods.

 

catagories

Occassional Invader

 

pest_category_id

7