Flat Bark Beetle Larva

Commonly found under the bark of dead trees, but also frequently in stored grain products or household pantries.

Primarily fungivorous (feeding on mold or fungi) or scavengers of plant material; some species are predators of other small insects.

They have a flattened body shape to navigate tight crevices. Larvae undergo several molts before pupating, often in a silk-lined cocoon.

Generally beneficial as recyclers in nature, but some species are considered pests of stored products like flour and grain. They do not bite or sting humans.