description Angoumois grain moth Overview
The Angoumois grain moth, Sitotroga cerealella (Olivier, 1789), is a small gelechiid moth that attacks intact cereal kernels. Its larvae develop inside grain and can infest wheat, maize, rice, barley, sorghum, and other cereals in fields or storage, making the species a pest of both harvested grain and, in suitable climates, developing crops. Adults are buff or yellowish brown and have a wingspan of about 10-15 mm.
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How good is Angoumois grain moth?
Angoumois grain moth scores 3.92/10 (Poor) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Moth category. Stored grain pest with food contamination reputation; widely managed but poorly regarded outside applied entomology.
What are the best alternatives to Angoumois grain moth?
See our alternatives page for Angoumois grain moth for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: White-shouldered house moth, Brown house moth, Potato tuber moth.
How does Angoumois grain moth compare to White-shouldered house moth?
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Is Angoumois grain moth worth it in 2026?
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