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Warehouse Carpet Beetle information for homes and businesses across Manchester, Stockport and Cheshire. The warehouse beetle, Trogoderma variabile, has a typically brownish-black adult about 3.2 mm long; its larvae are yellow-white to dark brown and have dense tufts of spear-tipped hairs on the final abdominal segments. Call Protec on 0161 448 1782, available 24/7, to discuss what you have noticed and the appropriate next step.
What to look for
- The warehouse beetle, Trogoderma variabile, has a typically brownish-black adult about 3.2 mm long; its larvae are yellow-white to dark brown and have dense tufts of spear-tipped hairs on the final abdominal segments.
- It has been reported from many stored products, including cereal products, flour, oatmeal, milk powder, spices, dried dog food, fishmeal, seeds and broken grain kernels.
- Trogoderma beetles can be difficult to identify and Purdue Extension advises expert determination. Cast larval skins, live larvae and adults on the same food item can accompany severe infestations.
Typical setting
Stored-product and food-storage settings, including grain, cereal products, pet food and packaged dried foods.
Discussing a pest concern
Make a note of what you have seen and where it was found. Protec can be contacted on 0161 448 1782 to discuss a pest concern at a home or business across Manchester, Stockport and Cheshire.
Warehouse Carpet Beetle FAQs
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What is Warehouse Carpet Beetle?
The warehouse beetle, Trogoderma variabile, has a typically brownish-black adult about 3.2 mm long; its larvae are yellow-white to dark brown and have dense tufts of spear-tipped hairs on the final abdominal segments.
Where might Warehouse Carpet Beetle be found?
Stored-product and food-storage settings, including grain, cereal products, pet food and packaged dried foods.
What should I do if I think I have Warehouse Carpet Beetle?
Make a note of what you have seen and where it was found, then call Protec on 0161 448 1782 to discuss the concern at your home or business.
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