Carpophilus antiquus is a species of sap-feeding beetle in the family Nitidulidae.

It is found in North America.

[1][2][3] Carpophilus antiquus can synthesize a novel pheromone while feeding on wheat, yeast, or corn that attracts the same and sympatric species and lead to a beetle infestation.

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