Bug Identifier
Casemaking Clothes Moth larva
Community identification

Casemaking Clothes Moth larva

Tinea pellionella

Order & Family
Lepidoptera: Tineidae
Size
Larvae are typically 5 to 10 mm in length.
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Natural Habitat

Dark, undisturbed areas in homes, such as closets, under furniture, or rugs.

Diet & Feeding

Natural fibers including wool, silk, fur, feathers, and hair.

Behavior Patterns

The larva constructs a protective silken case incorporating debris and fibers. It drags this case as it feeds and eventually pupates inside it.

Risks & Benefits

A significant household pest that causes damage to clothing, upholstery, and carpets; no significant ecological benefits in a domestic setting.