Bug Identifier
Clothes moth larva (likely)
Community identification

Clothes moth larva (likely)

Tineola bisselliella

Order & Family
Lepidoptera; Tineidae
Size
Larvae are typically 6–10 mm long; adults have a wingspan of about 9–16 mm.
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Natural Habitat

Dark, undisturbed indoor areas such as closets, carpets, upholstered furniture, and stored textiles.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae consume keratin-containing materials, including wool, fur, feathers, hair, and natural-fiber textiles. Adults generally do not feed.

Behavior Patterns

Larvae avoid light and may live inside silken cases or webbing; they pupate near food sources. Adults are weak fliers and commonly hide in darkness.

Risks & Benefits

They can damage clothing, carpets, and other animal-derived fabrics but do not bite or transmit disease. They contribute modestly to decomposition of keratin-rich material.