White Marked Spider Beetle

Ptinus fur

Appearance

• Adult, 1/16"-3/16" long, red-brown with yellow hairs; prothorax with dense cushion of pale hairs on each side.
• Wing cases (elytra) have white scales.

Lifecycle

• 3 - 4 months at 20 - 25°C.

Habits

• Will feign death if disturbed. Active in dark, damp places. Often linked to birds nests.