Life-Cycle

Adult larder beetles are 7-9mm long,with an oval-shaped covered with round scale-like hairs.  The beetle has a distinguishing mark of a broad light band with three black spots on each side. 

The beetles are common where animal products are handled.  Infestations in domestic premises often occur in larders or in attics or under-floor spaces where they may be feeding on dead rodents or birds. They primarily feed on animal proteins including dried or cured meat, leather and cheese.

The eggs are white and about 2mm in length often laid in crevices, the larvae hatch out in about a week and are dark brown and hairy, feeding on dry or decomposing animal matter.  Damage is caused by the larvae which bore holes into materials.

Treatment

Spray treatment is available where infestations are extensive. For information on charges, please see the fees and charges page, using the link on the right.

If you wish  to book a treatment please telephone  01480 388319.

Please note that we only operate within the boundaries of Huntingdonshire District Council. Please see the link on the right to view our boundaries.