Bug Identifier
Likely spider beetle
Community identification

Likely spider beetle

Possibly a smooth spider beetle (Gibbium sp.); the photo is not detailed enough for exact identification

Order & Family
Coleoptera, Ptinidae
Size
About 1.5–3.5 mm long.
See this bug in the Encyclopedia

Natural Habitat

Pantries, stored-food areas, and nests or debris in buildings; often found indoors.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on stored dry foods and organic debris, including grain, seeds, and animal products.

Behavior Patterns

Small, oval, shiny beetles that may be mistaken for ticks or spiders. They can reproduce in undisturbed food stores or accumulations of debris.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to people and pets, but infestations can contaminate stored food and require locating and removing the source.