Pantry Moths: How to Get Rid of Them and Keep Them Away
Finding tiny moths flying around your kitchen can be frustrating, especially when you discover webbing inside a bag of rice, flour, cereal, or nuts.
Pantry moths, including Indian meal moths, are common household pests. They can enter homes through infested food products, and an infestation is not necessarily a sign of poor cleanliness.
The good news is that a careful inspection, thorough cleaning, and proper food storage can help bring the problem under control.
How to Tell If You Have Pantry Moths
Common signs include:
Small moths flying around the kitchen or pantry
Fine webbing inside food packages
Clumped grains, flour, or cereal
Small pale larvae
Cocoons or pupae around cabinet corners and cracks
If you notice these signs, inspect nearby dry foods carefully.
