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Indian Meal Moth

Plodia interpunctella

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Field Notes

Description:

The moth is small, about 3/8 inches long. The color is dirty gray. The marking pattern of the body is very characteristic of the moth.

Habitat:

This moth is found in the areas surrounding dried dog food. It spreads from the storage area to other places in the house if not controlled.

Reference Links:

North American High-flyer - Plodia interpunctella - Overview, Indianmeal Moth

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