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Skin beetle

Dermestes peruvianus

Not Evaluated

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Black larder beetle
Dermestes ater
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Black Larder Beetle
Dermestes haemorrhoidalis
Not Evaluated
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Frisch's carpet beetle
Dermestes frischi
Least Concern
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Hide Beetle
Dermestes maculatus
Not Evaluated
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Larder beetle
Dermestes lardarius
Least Concern
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Wavy carpet beetle
Dermestes undulatus
Not Evaluated
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Skin beetle?
The scientific name of Skin beetle is Dermestes peruvianus. It belongs to the genus Dermestes.
Where does Skin beetle live?
Skin beetle is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (13 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Spain.
What family does Skin beetle belong to?
Skin beetle (Dermestes peruvianus) belongs to the genus Dermestes, which is part of the taxonomic family Dermestidae.
What kingdom does Skin beetle belong to?
Skin beetle (Dermestes peruvianus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Skin beetle?
The closest relatives of Skin beetle in the genus Dermestes include Black larder beetle, Black Larder Beetle, Frisch's carpet beetle, Hide Beetle, Larder beetle.

Native Range — 15 Countries

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Genus Dermestes — 7 Species

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Black larder beetle
Dermestes ater
NE 🐾
Black Larder Beetle
Dermestes haemorrhoidalis
NE 🐾
Frisch's carpet beetle
Dermestes frischi
LC 🐾
Hide Beetle
Dermestes maculatus
NE 🐾
Larder beetle
Dermestes lardarius
LC
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Skin beetle
Dermestes peruvianus
NE
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Wavy carpet beetle
Dermestes undulatus
NE
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