Indian Meal Moth Identification and Control
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Indian Meal Moth
Plodia interpunctella
How to Identify an Indian Meal Moth
Indian meal moths are very tiny measuring 5/8 to 3/4 of an inch in length. They are weak, meandering fliers that typically only fly at night. Their wings have copper colored tips.
Why Are Indian Meal Moths Significant
Indian meal moths are very common in homes and food storage areas. Larval feeding destroys stored food items; larval droppings and silken webs cause contamination. Moths are an annoyance to building occupants.
What Do They Look Like
Indian meal moth larvae and adults.
Mating Indian meal moths.
Indian meal moths with a pheromone trap.
Where Do They Lay Their Eggs
Indian meal moths lay eggs on stored food products and pupate off food in food storage areas and containers.
Name :
Plodia interpunctella
Diet :
Grains/grain products, cereals, dried fruits, seeds, nuts, powdered milk, biscuits, chocolate, candy, spices, dry pet food, bird seed, etc.
Light :
Yes, they are attracted to light.
Tips & Tricks
How To Get Rid Of Indian Meal Moths
- Inspect all incoming food items for pests.
- Store all susceptible food items in pest-proof containers and rotate on a regular basis.
- Clean up all spilled food products and food storage shelves and storage areas; dispose of infested food items.
How To Prevent Indian Meal Moths
- Keep moisture low in food storage areas by imposing ventilation.
- Indian meal moth traps can monitor and help control moths.
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