Thylodrias larva
larva
Size: 1-5mm
Shape: Flattened oval
Colour: Gingery brown
Antennae: Not visible
Distinguishing features: Bands of hairs on each segment and round the head and rear. These hairs are flattened when seen under the microscope. When live, they curl rather like woodlice.
Larvae are pests of:Natural history collections and also feed on dead insects
Damage: Grazing and frass
Very rare in the UK but is an important pest in parts of the USA.
Size: 1-5mm
Shape: Flattened oval
Colour: Gingery brown
Antennae: Not visible
Distinguishing features: Bands of hairs on each segment and round the head and rear. These hairs are flattened when seen under the microscope. When live, they curl rather like woodlice.
Larvae are pests of:Natural history collections and also feed on dead insects
Damage: Grazing and frass
Very rare in the UK but is an important pest in parts of the USA.
Thylodrias larva
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