Which pests are classified under stored product pests?

Stored product pests primarily include insects that infest and damage food stored in homes, warehouses, and other storage places. The correct answer references moths and beetles, which are two of the most common families of stored product pests.

Moths, particularly the Indian meal moth and the flour moth, are known for infesting grains, flours, and other dry products. They lay their eggs on these food sources, and the larvae can cause significant contamination and loss of stored items.

Beetles, such as the red flour beetle and the sawtooth grain beetle, also have a notorious reputation for infesting various stored products. Like moths, they can thrive in environments where food is stored and can lead to considerable damage.

In contrast, the other choices mention pests that do not typically fall under the category of stored product pests. Spiders, termites, ants, and carpenter ants are either predatory, wood-destroying, or general nuisance pests rather than pests that specifically target stored food products. Understanding this distinction is key for pest control professionals dealing with infestations in food storage situations.