Nemapogon granella

(Linnaeus, 1758)
European Grain Moth

Sort #: 142 | P #: 300112 | MPG #: 266
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Larval feeding type: Lives in a silken web
Larval substrate: Fungi growing on trees, in bird's nests, owl pellets, compost heaps and stored, dried vegetable products.
Phenology: Adult: 4/10 to 12/10 (7 records)

Comment: Can usually be distinguished from similar species like N. variatella, by the pure white ground color.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Introduced
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1941
Last Year Reported: 2021

Distribution by County: Middlesex, Norfolk, Nantucket
Number of Records: 7