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Answer for the clue "Small moths whose larvae spin silken tunnels and feed on stored food products ", 8 letters:
ephestia

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Ephestia is a genus of small moths belonging to the family Pyralidae . Some species are significant pests of dry plant produce, such as seeds and cereals . Best known among these are probably the cacao moth ( E. elutella ) and the Mediterranean flour moth ...