Lint or Fabric Fiber (Not a Bug)
Scientific Name: N/A (Anthropogenic material)
Order & Family: Non-biological / Synthetic or natural textile fibers
Size: 1mm to 5mm (variable depending on fiber length)
Natural Habitat
Found on clothing, upholstery, carpets, and household surfaces.
Diet & Feeding
Does not eat; inanimate matter.
Behavior Patterns
Accumulates due to friction, static electricity, or the breakdown of textile materials. It does not move independently.
Risks & Benefits
No biological risk. It is a common household nuisance but provides no ecosystem benefits. Not a parasite or pest.
Identified on: 1/14/2026