Attagenus Pellio
Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.
Summary
Attagenus pellio is a beetle belonging to the dermestid family that participates in the destruction of corpses and carrion. It is frequently found on provisions, in various collections, and on clothing and leather goods. Carbon disulfide is cited as the most radical means of destroying the beetle and its larvae.
Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)
ATTAGENUS PELLIO, a beetle of the dermestid family (Dermestidae); takes part in the destruction of corpses and carrion. It is frequently found on provisions, in various collections, clothing (fur coats), and leather. To protect clothing from the beetle, it must be aired frequently. The most radical means of destroying the beetle and its larvae is carbon disulfide. See Disinfestation.
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“Attagenus Pellio.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.pages.dev/article/attagenus-pellio/