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Anobiids are polymorphic, meaning that they may exist in a variety
of sizes (about 1.1 to 8mm in length). Differently-sized exit holes are
indications that Anobiids have been at work. Anobiids are similar to the
Dermestidae,
but may be distinguished by their antennae which are not clubbed and do not
fit into grooves on the pronotum. Their last three antennae segments are
usually elongate or expanded. Also, the hind coxae are grooved for the reception
of the femora in anobiids. The head is usually concealed by the expanded
pronotum.
Larvae of different species feed on dried organic material, fungi, seeds,
etc., or may be wood-boring.