White-shouldered House Moth vs Dorypteryx Booklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-shouldered House Moth | Dorypteryx Booklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Endrosis sarcitrella | Dorypteryx domestica |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Oecophoridae | Psoquillidae |
| Size | 15-21 mm wingspan | 1.5-2.0 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Indoors |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Cosmopolitan | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Dorypteryx Booklouse
A winged domestic psocid found in houses, especially in roof spaces and lofts. It is attracted to light and sometimes swarms indoors.
Did You Know?
This booklouse frequently appears at windows and lights in old houses, often being mistaken for a tiny moth.