Cadra cautella Genome sequencing
The almond moth, Ephestia cautella (Walker) (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae), is a globally pervasive and highly destructive pest that preys on a vast array of stored products, posing a significant threat to global food security and causing substantial economic losses. To gain deeper insights into the biology and ecological adaptations of this species, we generated a high-quality chromosome-level genome assembly of E. cautella, utilizing advanced PacBio sequencing and Hi-C technologies.