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Monopis monachella Side view of Monopis monachella moth. There were many moths of this species throughout the summer attracted to my porch light. Larvae of this moth feed on animal remains in bird nests such as feathers and droppings. Geotagged,Minnesota,Monopis,Monopis monachella,Tineidae,insects,moth,spring,summer Click/tap to enlarge

Monopis monachella

Side view of Monopis monachella moth. There were many moths of this species throughout the summer attracted to my porch light. Larvae of this moth feed on animal remains in bird nests such as feathers and droppings.

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''Monopis monachella'' is a moth of the Tineidae family. It is widespread in Eurasia, Africa, India, Sri Lanka, Burma, Sumatra, Java, the Philippines, Taiwan, Japan, New Guinea, Samoa, North America and South America.

The wingspan is 12–20 mm. The moth flies from April to September. The larvae feed on animal remains.

Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Gary B
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By Gary B

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Uploaded Feb 23, 2019. Captured May 30, 2018 00:04 in 4408 Miller Rd, Barnum, MN 55707, USA.
  • Canon EOS Rebel T6
  • f/5.6
  • 1/64s
  • ISO800
  • 48mm