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Brown House Moth - (hofmannophila pseudospretella) Adult 8mm gold flaked with dark brown wings.

Life cycle
Egg - larva - pupa - adult

Lifespan
3 months

Life Style
Scavenger on fur, feathers and museum specimens. Often present in birds nests and are widespread and common in food stores and domestic environments. The larvae will feed on cereals and dry animal protein, including hair and wool. The adult moth cannot feed due to stunted mouthparts.

Pest Factor
Causes damage and contamination to stored foods in kitchens and larders. Larva look like small maggots.

Other Species
Common Clothes Moth
Brown House Moth
White Shouldered House Moth
Warehouse Moth

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For further information or assistance contact:
Cambridge Environmental Services
Cambridge 01223 570250
Bishop's Stortford 01279 503407
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