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Deathwatch Beetles – Spooky Sounds

Posted on October 27, 2020 by JoanieTheEntomologist

Tick, tick. Tap, tap, tap. These sounds are produced by a deathwatch beetle (Xestobium rufovillosum). Old buildings can sometimes give us spooky vibes. However, for the deathwatch beetle, they are quite welcoming. This is because these beetles are woodboring and … Continue reading →

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