LOONAWELL (2024)

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If the insects themselves or their eggs are ingested, don't panic. Indian meal moths, saw-tooth grain beetles, and cigarette beetles do not spread any known diseases, they don't carry any known parasites nor do they carry any harmful pathogens.

If the insects themselves or their eggs are ingested, don't panic. Indian meal moths, saw-tooth grain beetles, and cigarette beetles do not spread any known diseases, they don't carry any known parasites nor do they carry any harmful pathogens.

Throw out any infested grain. Keep the uninfested food in sealed, airtight containers made of metal, glass, or heavy plastic to prevent infestation. Don't store in plastic bags, as weevils can chew through those. You can also store the food in the refrigerator or freezer to keep it fresh.

If you want to be extra-cautious, freeze any potentially affected products for three to four days, or heat them in an oven at 140 degrees F for an hour or two. This will kill any eggs or insects. Yikes!

Add bay leaves to canisters and packages of dry goods like flour, rice and other grains — their pungent scent repels many pantry pests. One bay leaf in each container should do the trick.

They are reddish-brown or black and can live up to three years and females can lay over 250 eggs in this time. They are generally harmless to both humans and dogs, even if ingested, but they do cause significant damage to the food items in your pantry. The larvae of grain weevils develop within the grain kernels.

They are harmless and contain no diseases. So if they were accidentally eaten, no harm done.

Here's what you need to do: "Throw away any infested food," advises Wang. If you suspect any opened or unopened packages that might have or had weevils, it's best to get rid of them. Be sure to check nearby containers as well even if they haven't been opened.

In most cases, eating a bug or two won't hurt your dog. Certain bugs like crickets may even add a little protein to their diet. However, there are bugs that can be toxic to dogs, such as: Asian beetles: These critters contain a substance that can burn your dog's mouth.

What should I do if my dog eats a beetle? ›

This will be OK regarding a toxicity concern. The beetle is not toxic. Some will secrete a chemical that causes irritation to the mouth and possibly nausea or vomiting might be observed. It will not cause any problems of internal organ injury.

Are Pantry Moths Harmful? The good news: This pest does not cause disease, even if you accidentally cook and eat a few larvae (gross), and it doesn't escape your foodstuffs to eat its way through your fabrics or furniture. It likes the same foods that you and your pets like.