Not a bug (Likely Tonsil Stone or Food Debris)
Scientific Name: Tonsillolith (if tonsil stone)
Order & Family: N/A (Inorganic or calcified organic matter)
Size: Typically 1-5 mm, but can vary widely based on accumulation.
Natural Habitat
Found in human tonsillar crypts (mouth/throat), or on household surfaces if food debris.
Diet & Feeding
N/A (Non-living accumulation of bacteria, mucus, and dead cells)
Behavior Patterns
None. These are inanimate calcifications that form in the crevices of tonsils or are simply dropped food particles.
Risks & Benefits
Generally harmless but often cause halitosis (bad breath) and throat discomfort. Can be a nuisance but are not parasitic or infectious.
Identified on: 2/21/2026