Mango Fruit Fly vs Indianmeal Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mango Fruit Fly | Indianmeal Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceratitis cosyra | Plodia interpunctella |
| Order | Diptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tephritidae | Pyralidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 16-20 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Orchards | Gardens |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia) | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Mango Fruit Fly
A small, colorful fly with patterned wings that is one of the most destructive pests of mangoes in East Africa. Females lay eggs under the skin of ripening fruit.
Did You Know?
A single infested mango can contain dozens of larvae, and losses to fruit fly damage can exceed 80% of the harvest in unprotected orchards.
Indianmeal Moth
The most common stored-product moth pest, recognized by its two-toned wings with copper outer halves. Larvae spin silk webbing over food surfaces as they feed.
Did You Know?
Its common name comes from a report of it feeding on cornmeal, or 'Indian meal,' not from any connection to India.