Common Clothes Moth (larva state)

Dark, undisturbed areas in homes, closets, and storage boxes containing animal-derived fabrics

Keratin-rich materials including wool, fur, silk, feathers, and hair

Larvae create silken tunnels or mats while feeding. They avoid light and are most active in dark environments. Adults do not eat and only live to reproduce.

Economically damaging pest that destroys expensive clothing, rugs, and upholstery. They play a role as decomposers in nature by breaking down animal remains.