Larder Beetle
Dermestes lardarius
Identification
Adult — 1/4"–3/8" in length. Black with a whitish band across the fore-part of the elytra. Larva — comet shape. Quick moving. Brown in colour and hairy. Migrate to pupate in solid material.
Description
Feeds on various animal products including cheese. Lifecycle –3 months at 18–25°C.