Meal Moths
Meal Moths: There are three species of meal moths in the U.S. Will be brought into structure in our food, animal food and bird seed. Life cycle is 25 to 135 days depending on conditions. Larval stage will wander around on ceilings looking for pupation site.
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Flour and Grain Beetles: There are about 8 different species of Flour and Grain Beetles that we have here in Maine. Most are brought in with your food from the store. They can reproduce quickly and can live for years. Identification of the insect and finding the food source is critical.
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Crickets: When weather turns cold they will enter structures for warmth. Are most active at night as indicated by the males chirping. Will feed on fabrics, clothing, and carpets.
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Silverfish: Silverfish can be found any place in a structure from basement to attic. Will feed on paper products, dead insects and certain textiles. Can live as long as 5 years with the female laying 1 to 3 eggs a day.
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Carpet Beetles: There are 5 different types of carpet beetles in New England. They can cause allergic reactions in humans.Can infest fabrics, furs, animal trophies and processed foods such as flour. Can come in from outside where they feed on flowers and plants.
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Powder Post Beetles: Powder Post Beetles will only infest hardwood lumber such as oak, maple and others. Produce small exit holes from 1/32” to 1/16” in diameter. Very fine powder or frass beneath holes indicates active infestation. Required moisture content for beetle development is between 8-32%. Egg to adult can be as short as 3 months or as long as 5 years.
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