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Indian meal moth
insect
Also known as: Plodia interpunctella
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origin and habitat
- In pyralid moth
The Indian meal moth (Plodia interpunctella) originated in Europe but is now widespread throughout most of the world. The green or white larvae attack flour, grain, dried fruit, nuts, and other food products. The webs that they spin often contain their excrement and foul the infested…
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pest control by sound waves
- In agricultural technology: Mechanical and cultural controls
…if adult Indian-meal moths (Plodia interpunctella) were exposed to certain wavelengths of sound during the egg-laying period, their reproduction was reduced by 75 percent. The sound waves had a similar effect on flour beetles (Tribolium species). Further development is needed, but this method offers potential as a nonchemical control.…
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