Larder Beetles

Dermestes lardarius

Appearance

• Adult — 6–10mm in length. Black with a whitish band across the fore-part of the elytra.
• Larva — comet shape. Quick moving. Brown in colour and hairy. Migrate to pupate in solid material.

Lifecycle

• 2–3 months at 18–25°C.

Habits

• Feeds on various animal products including cheese.

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