Bug Identifier
Webbing clothes moth
Community identification

Webbing clothes moth

Tineola bisselliella

Order & Family
Lepidoptera: Tineidae
Size
Wingspan of 12-16 mm; body length of 6-8 mm
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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