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Indian Meal Moth: A Common Kitchen Pest

Author
Alpert, Gary; Frye, Matthew
Abstract
The Indian meal moth is a pest of stored food products, especially grains. Moths are typically introduced to a home in packaged dry pet food, and are not observed until adults emerge and are seen flying around the kitchen. The larvae (caterpillars) of this moth create silk webbing in their food source, which can be seen when opening an infested package. Once this moth has been identified, it is usually possible to eliminate them without pesticides.
Description
NYS IPM Type: Community IPM Fact Sheet
Date Issued
2015Publisher
New York State IPM Program
Subject
Community IPM; Homes
Type
fact sheet