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Brown house moth

Hofmannophila pseudospretella

Least Concern

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The Brown House Moth (Hofmannophila pseudospretella) is a species in the genus Hofmannophila. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Africa (Congo (DRC)), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (22 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Species

Hofmannophila pseudospretella (Brown house moth)

Names in Other Languages

German Samenmotte

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brown house moth?

The scientific name of Brown house moth is Hofmannophila pseudospretella. It belongs to the genus Hofmannophila.

What is the conservation status of Brown house moth?

Brown house moth (Hofmannophila pseudospretella) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Brown house moth live?

Brown house moth is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Congo (DRC)), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (22 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Austria, Belgium, Canada, Congo (DRC), Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany.

What family does Brown house moth belong to?

Brown house moth (Hofmannophila pseudospretella) belongs to the genus Hofmannophila, which is part of the taxonomic family Oecophoridae.

Is Brown house moth endangered?

No, Brown house moth (Hofmannophila pseudospretella) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Brown house moth belong to?

Brown house moth (Hofmannophila pseudospretella) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).