Spider Beetles

Spider beetle larvae will infest all manner of dry animal and vegetable matter including grain, spices, fish meal, dog biscuits, dried fruit and a wide variety of miscellaneous debris. They will scavenge among the debris of neglected stores, and have even been reported infesting insecticidal derris powder. The larvae bore holes in which to pupate, and in so doing may damage packaging or the commodities themselves. They also contaminate commodities with droppings and silk webbing.

Adult beetles, too, will damage packaging including bags and sacks. Gregarious and nocturnal, they spend the day in cracks and crevices amongst packaging and the fabric of the store. Consequently they can thrive in old buildings where they find many harbourages.

Spider Beetle Species

There are only two species of spider beetle that currently cause pest problems in the UK.

• Australian Spider Beetles
• Golden Spider Beetles

Latest News about Spider Beetles

Pesky Pantry Pests
Several pests can invade your kitchen to feast on a variety of food products such as nuts, dried vegetables and fruits, flour, pastas, cereal and pet food. Grain and flour beetles are brown or reddish-brown, depending on the species. The larvae of t... [more]

Processing Plants Targeted
Food processors are a growth market for pest control companies as they traditionally rely on staff to keep insects and rodents at bay, according to a new report. It shows that, in general, restaurants and other facilities operating kitchens are almo... [more]

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