A rare adventive species, usually found in warehouses where the larvae feed on dried fruits, nuts and other dried plant material. Last recorded in 1924.
Note Dissection needed to separate from similar Ephestia species. Verification Grade Comment: No recent records | Determination by Genitalia Examination (gen. det.) Required | |
Recorded in 2 (1%) of 140 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1876. Last Recorded in 1924. (Data up to end 2022) |