Firebrat vs White-shouldered House Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Firebrat | White-shouldered House Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thermobia domestica | Endrosis sarcitrella |
| Order | Blattodea | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lepismatidae | Oecophoridae |
| Size | 10-15 mm | 15-21 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Indoors | Indoors |
| Diet | Omnivores | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide | Cosmopolitan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Firebrat
A heat-loving relative of the silverfish that thrives at temperatures of 37-39C. Found near furnaces, boilers, and bakeries. One of the most thermophilic household insects.
Did You Know?
Firebrats seek out the hottest spots in buildings — they have been found living happily inside commercial bread ovens and next to industrial furnaces at nearly 40C.
White-shouldered House Moth
A small greyish moth with a conspicuous white head and thorax that is common in buildings year-round. It is found worldwide as a minor household pest.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few moths that can breed continuously indoors throughout the year without a dormant phase.