Smooth Spider Beetle

Commonly found in pantries, warehouses, museums, and old homes. They prefer dark, damp locations and are often found in cracks and crevices.

Scavengers that feed on a wide variety of dried organic matter including cereals, flour, dried fruit, spices, rodent droppings, dead insects, and even animal skins or wool.

They are nocturnal and slow-moving. Their rounded, shiny, spider-like appearance is a form of mimicry. They do not fly and can survive for long periods without food.

They are considered a minor domestic pest because they contaminate food stores. They do not bite, sting, or carry diseases, but their presence indicates a need to check for old or spilled food products.