Dark Mealworm

2. Dark Mealworm

General Description

·  Adult dark mealworms are the same size as yellow mealworms but are dull black. Larvae are dark brown, as compared to the shiny yellow to light brown yellow mealworm.

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Life Cycle and Common Characteristics

• The dark mealworm has a similar life cycle and habits to the yellow mealworm.

Damage and Economic Implications

• The dark mealworm causes similar damage caused by the yellow mealworm.

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