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Mediterranean flour moth

Ephestia kuehniella

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (31 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

Ephestia kuehniella (Mediterranean flour moth)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mediterranean flour moth?

The scientific name of Mediterranean flour moth is Ephestia kuehniella. It belongs to the genus Ephestia.

What is the conservation status of Mediterranean flour moth?

Mediterranean flour moth (Ephestia kuehniella) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Mediterranean flour moth live?

Mediterranean flour moth is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (4 countries), Europe (31 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Canada, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia.

What family does Mediterranean flour moth belong to?

Mediterranean flour moth (Ephestia kuehniella) belongs to the genus Ephestia, which is part of the taxonomic family Pyralidae.

Is Mediterranean flour moth endangered?

No, Mediterranean flour moth (Ephestia kuehniella) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Mediterranean flour moth belong to?

Mediterranean flour moth (Ephestia kuehniella) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Mediterranean flour moth?

The closest relatives of Mediterranean flour moth in the genus Ephestia include Cocoa moth, False Cacao Moth.