{"id":2159,"date":"2015-08-09T19:49:37","date_gmt":"2015-08-09T19:49:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/insightpest.wpengine.com\/?p=327"},"modified":"2024-06-20T15:30:55","modified_gmt":"2024-06-20T21:30:55","slug":"what-to-do-when-you-find-pantry-moths","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/insightpest.com\/what-to-do-when-you-find-pantry-moths\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do when you find pantry moths"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\"><em>The Bug Doctor: Adam Villareal, owner and president of Insight Pest Solutions, entomology nerd, and family man. To help demystify the world of bugs, the Bug Doctor answers your questions during our weekly \u201cAsk the Bug Dr.\u201d blog feature. You can submit your bug and pest control inquiries for him on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/InsightPest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Facebook page<\/a>, by tweeting @insightpest, or commenting below.<\/em><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The best way to control pantry moths is to prevent them in the first place. Inspection is a must. Make these few suggestions part of your regular shopping experience.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">When purchasing any bagged or boxed food, check for damage or for evidence of pests. Make sure the seals are intact. Pay particular attention to packages of pet food and birdseed.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\">If you feel unsure, open the package outside or store in the freezer for 3 or 4 days before opening. Purchase smaller packages of flour and milled products instead of stocking up with larger ones.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">If you suspect that you have a pantry moth infestation there are a few steps that you will need to follow to ensure that the problem is controlled.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-328\" src=\"https:\/\/insightpest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pantry-moth-1-878x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"878\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insightpest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pantry-moth-1-878x1024.jpg 878w, https:\/\/insightpest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pantry-moth-1-257x300.jpg 257w, https:\/\/insightpest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pantry-moth-1-768x896.jpg 768w, https:\/\/insightpest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pantry-moth-1-125x146.jpg 125w, https:\/\/insightpest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pantry-moth-1-43x50.jpg 43w, https:\/\/insightpest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pantry-moth-1-64x75.jpg 64w, https:\/\/insightpest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pantry-moth-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 878px) 100vw, 878px\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Indian mealmoth. Photo credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/merelymel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Melissa Doroquez<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">First, go through all foods that could potentially be infested. The areas that you will pay attention to are rice, flours, cereals, and other grains. You should also check pet food, or any other dry food products that you may have stored. Some signs beyond the obvious adult moths flying around are cocoon-like webbing along the ceilings, cracks of the pantry, etc. and webbing\/worm-like larvae in bags or boxes of food.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Second, go through and inspect every single dry food you may have in your home, even if it hasn\u2019t been opened. Any items found to be infested should be placed in a garbage bag, sealed up, and discarded outside.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Finally, after removing all infested boxes\/bags of food be sure to clean\/vacuum these areas to remove any spilled dry food.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Follow these tips and you should have a kitchen free of pantry moths.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Be cautious, and again, if the task seems intimidating, reconsider hiring a pest professional.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">If the information and tips provided helped, share with us in the comment section below. For more expert pest control tips, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/insightpest.com\/pest-control\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For more information:<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201c<a href=\"http:\/\/www.apartmenttherapy.com\/how-to-get-rid-of-pantry-moths-109729\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to prevent and get rid of pantry moths<\/a>,\u201d Apartment Therapy<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201c<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ipm.ucdavis.edu\/PMG\/PESTNOTES\/pn7452.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pantry Pests<\/a>,\u201d University of California Integrated Pest Management<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">\u201c<a href=\"http:\/\/www.todayshomeowner.com\/how-to-get-rid-of-pantry-moths-and-larvae-in-your-kitchen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to get rid of pantry moths and larvae in your kitchen<\/a>,\u201d Today\u2019s Homeowner<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Do you have a question about bugs or pest control? We\u2019d love to hear from you. Let us know on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/InsightPest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Facebook page<\/a>, in the comment section below, or by tweeting @insightpest. You may see the Bug Doctor\u2019s answer to your question in a future post.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Bug Doctor: Adam Villareal, owner and president of Insight Pest Solutions, entomology nerd, and family man. 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