The Most Common Household Beetles
While some species of beetles can be truly beautiful, like the ancient Egyptian scarab, no matter what species it is, you don't want them in your home. While there are some you won't have to worry about trying to become your newest roommate, there are a few common household beetles you want to know about in case you find them in your house.
Spider Beetle
Their name sounds confusing, and that's because they look confusing. They basically look like a spider, but they don't do the whole making a web part. Spider beetles love crawlspaces and attics, and they especially love when you store old boxes of clothes in the attic for them to snack on.
Sawtooth Grain Beetle
We can relate to the Sawtooth Grain Beetle, as these guys love to snack on processed and sugary foods. We get it, but these beetles can take out your food supply if not stored properly. They also thrive in cooler temperatures, so you can't just wait for the cold to send these into hibernation.
Powderpost Beetle
Termites are bad, but Powderpost Beetles don't have a name like that for nothing. Not only do these beetles attack tables, bookshelves and other decorations around your home, but their larvae eat dry, seasoned wood. If you have wooden structures in or around your home, you do not want these to move in.
Black Carpet Beetle
More common in the Northeastern United States, the Black Carpet Beetle feeds on dead insects, dried meats, hair, wool, plants, silk, feathers and leather. You will most likely find these in your kitchen cabinets but also around where you store clothing, since they love to eat fabrics.
Drugstore Beetle
Also called biscuit or bread beetles, Drugstore Beetles are small, brown insects that you would commonly find in your bedroom, bathroom, living room or even the kitchen.
Ladybird Beetle
They might have a nice-sounding name, but Ladybird Beetles aren't all nice. While they have a similar shape and coloring to a ladybug, these are not lucky if they land on you. While they don't carry diseases, they can and will bite you, which could trigger an allergic reaction. These beetles don't like the cold and will try to hibernate in your home for the winter.
Weevils
You hopefully learned about Weevils in school, as these beetles cause serious damage to food stores. They have elongated snouts and are less than 6 mm long, making them hard to see at first. Weevils love a stocked pantry and will take over oats, grains and cereals stored there.
How to Protect Your Home
To keep your house free from all beetles, keep corners clear and clean, declutter regularly, vacuum as often as possible and take care of any signs of moisture buildup in your house. Routinely wash clothing and any fabric items, and don't forget to dust corners high and low.
If things get really bad, call a pest control service. The caring and professional team at your local MosquitoNix franchise can provide a free quote and plan of action to rid your home of beetles, mosquitoes, ants and other bugs and insects, so you only come across a beautiful-looking beetle outside.
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