Photo © Pat Clements

Stored Nut Moth

Lamora gularis

Checklist Number
62.003 [B&F: 1430]

Verification
Record will normally be accepted but photo evidence may be required - check with CMR if not sure of identity

Classification

Family:Pyralidae
Subfamily:Galleriinae
Genus:Lamora
Species:gularis
Authority:(Zeller, 1877)

Naturalised through accidental introduction in dried fruit in warehouses in London since about 1921. Not recorded in Hampshire or on the Isle of Wight to date. Wingspan 21-32 mm. Female similar to Bee Moth Aphomia sociella (broader forewings) and Melissoblaptes zelleri (smaller discal spot). Larva feeds on dried fruit, nuts and various dried goods, causing sufficient damage to be a serious pest in some areas.