Drugstore Beetle

Pantropical distribution, commonly found in domestic kitchens, pantries, and food processing facilities.

Highly varied; feeds on stored grain products, spices, dried herbs, flour, and even non-food items like leather or books.

Known for their ability to bore through packaging; they are strong fliers and are often attracted to light. Females can lay up to 75 eggs on food sources.

A significant pest in homes and commercial food storage that causes spoilage and contamination, but poses no direct physical risk to humans or pets.