
Community identification
Webbing clothes moth
Tineola bisselliella
- Order & Family
- Lepidoptera: Tineidae
- Size
- Wingspan of 12-16 mm; body length of 6-8 mm
Natural Habitat
Dark, undisturbed areas inside buildings, such as closets and storage bins
Diet & Feeding
Larvae feed on animal fibers like wool, silk, fur, and feathers, as well as lint and dust
Behavior Patterns
Larvae spin silk feeding tunnels; adults are poor fliers and avoid light, often scuttling across surfaces
Risks & Benefits
Significant risk to household textiles and heirlooms by causing holes; no ecological benefits in a domestic setting