The
Cacao Moth (Ephestia elutella) is a
moth of the family
Pyralidae. It is found in
Europe.
The wingspan is 14-20 mm. The moth flies from the end of April to October .
The caterpillars feed on cacao but also tobacco and are often seen as a pest.
Notes
- The flight season refers to Belgium and The Netherlands. This may vary in other parts of the range.
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