description White-shouldered house moth Overview
The white-shouldered house moth (Endrosis sarcitrella) is a small moth in the family Oecophoridae, described by Linnaeus in 1758. Adults have a white head and thorax, mottled wings and a wingspan of about 15-21 millimetres. It commonly lives inside buildings and can breed continuously; its larvae feed on dried plant and animal material, including stored grain and other dry foods. [Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada](https://grainscanada.gc.ca/en/grain-quality/manage/identify-an-insect/secondary-insect-pests/white-shouldered-house-moth.html)
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How good is White-shouldered house moth?
White-shouldered house moth scores 4.48/10 (Poor) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Moth category. Domestic nuisance species with some naturalist recognition; less damaging reputation than clothes moths but limited positive consensus.
What are the best alternatives to White-shouldered house moth?
See our alternatives page for White-shouldered house moth for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Brown house moth, Angoumois grain moth, Dried Fruit Moth.
How does White-shouldered house moth compare to Brown house moth?
See our detailed comparison of White-shouldered house moth vs Brown house moth with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is White-shouldered house moth worth it in 2026?
With a score of 4.48/10, White-shouldered house moth is a solid option in Moth. See all Moth ranked.
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