Powder Post Beetle Flashcards
1
Q
How big do powderpost beetles get
A
1/8”-1/4”
2
Q
How big are powderpost tunnel openings
A
1/16”-1/4”
3
Q
What type of metamorphosis do powderpost beetles have
A
Complete metamorphosis
4
Q
What colors are powderpost beetles.
A
They range from reddish-brown to brown to dark brown to black.
5
Q
When do powderpost beetles overwinter
A
Larval stage.
6
Q
How many eggs will a powderpost beetle female lay?
A
15-21
7
Q
How long until a powderpost beetle egg hatches
A
1-3 weeks
8
Q
What is the habitat of powderpost beetles?
A
Primarily the sapwood of hardwoods due to its high starch but may infest the heartwood.
9
Q
What is the main food source for powderpost beetles
A
Starch, sugar, and protein as they can not digest cellulose
