Specimen · Moths
Did you know?
Many "gamu-gamo" at the light after rain are not moths at all but winged termites. Count the wings: termite wings are all the same size.
Signs to look for
- Webbing in rice, flour and pet food
- Holes in wool and stored clothes
- Swarms at lights after rain
Why it matters
- Contaminated pantry and stock
- Damaged clothing and textiles
- Missed termite swarms
Where they hide
- Pantry shelves and sacks
- Dark closets
- Around lights at night
What you can do today
- Keep grains in airtight jars
- Air and sun stored clothes
- Report swarms after rain — keep a few wings for us