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Indian Meal Moth | Invicta Pest Identifier Library

Indian Meal Moth

Season

Spring, Summer And Autumn

Size

8-10 mm In Length

Characteristics

Also known as the pantry moth, the Indian meal moth has dark brown wings that become lighter as they get towards the head, which has two long, thin antennae. These antennae also start dark and become white towards the tips. In some lights, the pale parts of their wings can look almost golden in colour. Indian meal moths eat stored grains and dried food products.

Public Health Risk Level:

Medium

Property Damage Risk Level:

Low

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Quick Links

https://www.nhm.ac.uk/take-part/identify-nature/common-insect-pest-species-in-homes/indian-meal-moth-plodia-interpunctella-identification-guide.html

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/siteassets/home/learn/conservation/collections-advice–guidance/indian_meal_moth_-_fact_sheet_14.pdf

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indianmeal_moth

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