Non-living fiber / Lint
Scientific Name: N/A (Inanimate object)
Order & Family: N/A (Synthetic or natural fiber)
Size: Variable length; typically millimeters long and microns thick
Natural Habitat
Found on textiles, clothing, upholstery, and carpets
Diet & Feeding
None; inanimate material
Behavior Patterns
Accumulates via static electricity or friction; may appear to move if caught in air currents or handled with tweezers
Risks & Benefits
No biological risk; may cause concern if mistaken for a parasite (Delusory parasitosis); beneficial for textile structure or harmful as an environmental microplastic
Identified on: 1/10/2026