Clothing Moth Larva (Casemaking)

Natural Habitat

Typically found indoors in dark, quiet areas like closets, drawers, or under furniture where natural fibers (wool, silk, fur) are stored.

Diet & Feeding

Feeds primarily on keratin-rich materials such as wool, fur, silk, feathers, felt, and sometimes pet hair or lint.

Behavior Patterns

Larvae construct a portable, silken case out of fibers from the material they are eating; they drag this case with them as they move and eventually pupate inside it.

Risks & Benefits

Considered a household pest; the larvae cause significant damage to clothing, carpets, and upholstery by chewing irregular holes.

Identified on: 3/2/2026