Dermestids and musical instruments

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    I was approached by a repair technician of musical instruments
    about damage he sees of felt pads and hair bow strings by what I
    assume are dermestids. Can anyone offer some information on the
    possible cause and prevention?

    Scott R. Campbell
    Entomologist
    Suffolk County Department of Health Services
    Yaphank, NY


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