Flat Grain Beetles
Cryptolestes ferrugineus
Appearance
- Adult — About 2.5mm in length. Flattened body with very long antennae. Light red to dark reddish brown.
- Larva — yellowish–white. 0.5mm long growing to 4mm when mature.
Lifecycle
- Prefers warm damp conditions. 69–103 days at 21°C, 26 days at 38°C.
Habits
- Adults are winged but rarely fly.
- Feeds on cereals, dates, dried fruits and other commodities.
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