Insects
Moths (Lepidoptera)
Concealer moths (Oecophoridae)
Endrosis sarcitrella

Endrosis sarcitrella (White-shouldered House Moth)

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The Caterpillars of this species are synanthropic house pests, apparently feeding on any vegetable or animal material, including grain, dried fruit, cocoa, carpets, dead insects, and bird droppings.  The species was introduced into Australia by accident.The adult moths are buff coloured, speckled with brown, and have a white head and thorax. They have a wingspan of about 2 cms.

Endrosis sarcitrella is listed in the following regions:

Canberra & Southern Tablelands  |  Barwon South West

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Endrosis sarcitrella (White-shouldered House Moth) at Freshwater Creek, VIC - 14 Mar 2025 by WendyEM
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Endrosis sarcitrella (White-shouldered House Moth) at Freshwater Creek, VIC - 27 Sep 2022 by WendyEM
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Endrosis sarcitrella (White-shouldered House Moth) at Freshwater Creek, VIC - 14 Mar 2025 by WendyEM
Endrosis sarcitrella (White-shouldered House Moth) at Freshwater Creek, VIC - 27 Sep 2022 by WendyEM
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