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Members of Lepidoptera follow a complete
metamorphosis Life - Cycle with distinct egg, larval, pupal and adults stages. Most pest moths are associated with stored commodities, such as bulk
foodstuffs and textiles. Cross infestation can be a problem with transport of such
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Moths are a widely varying group of insects.
Control measures must take this into account, and allow for differences in biology,
habitat and behaviour. Control of moths will therefore be discussed separately for
each pest species. |
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