Watch: Complete Lifecycle of the Indian Meal Moth

Written By Casey Vollmer

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Following the theme this month, this video shows the complete life cycle of this moth and gives an insight to its biology from egg to larvae to pupa to adult.

The Indian Meal Moth, Plodia interpunctella, damages the dried food goods in our pantries and kitchens. See how they feed on grains, cereals, nuts and other dried food goods.

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Indian meal moth information page

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