insect
Latin Name Cadra calidella
Common Name Date moth
Biology

A stored-product moth; larvae infest dried foods, with multiple generations in warm storage conditions.

Damage

Larvae feed on nuts, dried fruits, and grains, contaminating products with silk and frass.

Distribution Regions

Cosmopolitan in temperate regions (e.g., Europe, North America, Australia).

Monitoring

Pheromone traps for adults; regular inspection of stored products.

Recommended Traps

Sticky traps (e.g., Pro-Pest Pantry Moth Traps) or pheromone-baited delta traps.

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