There are a number of species of beetle in the UK that will attack natural fibres such as wool, silk, fur, feathers and skins. It is the immature larvae forms that cause the damage, rather than the ...

Colorado beetle larvae are a reddish brown colour, round and up to about half an inch (15mm) in length. Farmers have been urged to "remain vigilant" after a pest that poses "a significant threat ...

DESCRIPTION: The Comal Springs riffle beetle is an aquatic, surface-dwelling species of about two millimeters in length, with females slightly larger than males. It is reddish brown in color and has ...

It’s important to recognize these parasites early in their life cycle, as it’s easier to remove eggs or even larva than adult ...

“The agencies that manage the few remaining populations must protect them for the sake of biodiversity and future generations.” The beetle is a fierce predator as both an adult and a larva. Adults are ...