Cork Moth
Common NameCork Moth
Scientific NameNemapogon cloacella
FamilyTineidae
SubfamilyNemapogoninae
Wingspan (mm)14
Primary Colorsbrown, cream, black
HabitatDeciduous and coniferous woodlands, cellars, pantries, human dwellings, areas with decaying wood and fungi
Geographic RangeEurope, Asia, North America
Host Plantsfungi, decaying wood, cork, stored grains, dried fruit
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe larvae are detritivores, feeding on a variety of fungi, decaying wood, cork, and stored organic materials, often found in damp, dark environments like cellars or pantries.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, the distinctive mottled brown and cream wing pattern, and its association with fungi or stored food products. The hairy, yellowish head can also aid in identification.
Description
A small moth characterized by its mottled wings, which display an irregular pattern of dark brown and creamy white patches, providing excellent camouflage. It has a somewhat hairy, yellowish-brown head.
