
Community identification
Spider beetle (likely a smooth spider beetle)
Gibbium sp.
- Order & Family
- Coleoptera, Ptinidae
- Size
- About 1.5–3.5 mm long.
Natural Habitat
Stored-food areas in homes, warehouses, and museums; often found in dark, undisturbed places.
Diet & Feeding
Larvae feed on dry stored foods and other organic materials, including grains, seeds, dried foods, and debris.
Behavior Patterns
Adults are shiny, rounded, and spider-like, with long legs and antennae. They can infest stored products and may live for months.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to people and pets, but infestations can contaminate or damage stored foods and collections.