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Sawtoothed Grain Beetle

Sawtoothed Grain Beetle
Size 1/10-1/8 Inch In Length
Color Brown-Dark Brown
Description
  • Adults are small, brown and have saw-like projections on each side of the thorax
  • Left undisturbed - large populations develop rapidly
  • Lives and breeds as long as 3 years
  • Feeds on cereals - dried fruits - flour - macaroni products
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    Control Advice The Saw toothed grain beetle easily penetrates packaged cereals, dried fruits, and candies. It also attacks flour, meal, sugar, drugs, dried meat, and tobacco. Discard any packages where penetration has occurred. Vacuum and/or sweep your pantry carefully. Pack your products in air tight sealed containers whenever possible. Carefully inspect your cereals. Try to vacuum between cabinets to remove flour dust and scraps.
    Active Seasons
    Spring
    Spring
    Summer
    Summer
    		 
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