Wood-boring beetle (likely Powderpost beetle family)

Natural Habitat

Hardwood materials, sapwood of trees, and seasoned wood products or structures

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on the starch and cellulose within dry wood, specifically hardwoods with large pores

Behavior Patterns

Larvae tunnel through wood for months or years before pupating; adults emerge by chewing 'shot holes' in the surface, often leaving behind fine, flour-like powder (frass)

Risks & Benefits

Significant risk of structural damage to furniture, wood flooring, and structural timbers; provides little ecosystem benefit in human environments but aids in wood decomposition in nature

Identified on: 6/4/2026