Niptus hololeucus, commonly known as the golden spider beetle, features a rounded body covered in fine, golden hairs. It thrives in dark, damp environments like warehouses and old buildings, feeding on organic materials. Notably, it can survive in low-food conditions, making it a resilient pest.

Niptus hololeucus, commonly known as the Golden Spider Beetle, is originally from the Palearctic region. This includes parts of Europe, North Africa, and Asia. It has been widely distributed by human activity and is now found in many other regions, including North America and Australasia.

The Golden Spider Beetle typically inhabits environments with controlled climates such as those found in human dwellings, storage facilities, and warehouses. It thrives in relatively warm and humid conditions, which are often artificially maintained in these settings.

Niptus hololeucus is primarily a scavenger, feeding on a wide range of organic materials. It is often found in stored products such as grains, flour, and other dried goods, as well as in natural settings like bird nests where it can feed on detritus. The species plays a role in the decomposition process by breaking down organic matter.