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Angoumois grain moth

Sitotroga cerealella

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The Angoumois grain moth (Sitotroga cerealella) is a species in the genus Sitotroga. Found across multiple habitat types including temperate coniferous forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland en.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate coniferous forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (29 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Venezuela).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Species

Sitotroga cerealella (Angoumois grain moth)

Names in Other Languages

German Getreide-Palpenfalter, Getreidemotte

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Angoumois grain moth?

The scientific name of Angoumois grain moth is Sitotroga cerealella. It belongs to the genus Sitotroga.

Where does Angoumois grain moth live?

Angoumois grain moth is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (29 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Venezuela).. Countries include Albania, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does Angoumois grain moth belong to?

Angoumois grain moth (Sitotroga cerealella) belongs to the genus Sitotroga, which is part of the taxonomic family Gelechiidae.

What kingdom does Angoumois grain moth belong to?

Angoumois grain moth (Sitotroga cerealella) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).