Webbing Clothes Moth

Natural Habitat

Indoor environments, particularly dark and undisturbed areas like closets, attics, and drawers.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on natural fibers containing keratin, such as wool, silk, fur, feathers, and hair. Adults do not eat.

Behavior Patterns

They are photophobic (avoid light) and prefer dark corners. The larvae create silken tunnels or mats while feeding. They are weak fliers and often scuttle across surfaces.

Risks & Benefits

They are significant structural pests that cause permanent damage to clothing, carpets, and upholstery. They pose no direct health risk to humans but can be economically destructive.

Identified on: 1/13/2026