
Community identification
Webbing Clothes Moth
Tineola bisselliella
- Order & Family
- Lepidoptera: Tineidae
- Size
- Wingspan: 12-16 mm; Body length: 5-8 mm
Natural Habitat
Dark, undisturbed areas such as closets, basements, and attics near natural fiber sources.
Diet & Feeding
Larvae feed on natural fibers including wool, silk, fur, feathers, and hair (keratin-based materials).
Behavior Patterns
Adults are weak fliers and prefer darkness. The life cycle involves complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult) and larvae spin silk characteristic of their species.
Risks & Benefits
Significant domestic pest that damages clothing, rugs, and upholstery; they do not bite humans or pets but cause costly property damage.