Category: Household pests

Weevils, a family of beetles known for their long snouts, are notorious for finding their way into our pantry staples. So, what foods do weevils typically infest? The answer lies mainly in stored, dried goods such as grains, flours, and pasta, but they can contaminate many other items.

While often viewed with disgust, sterile maggots have been used in medicine for centuries to clean wounds and prevent infection. Maggots' dual nature raises the question of their classification.