
Community identification
Webbing clothes moth (larva)
Tineola bisselliella
- Order & Family
- Lepidoptera, Tineidae
- Size
- Larvae grow up to 10 millimeters in length.
Natural Habitat
Dark, undisturbed indoor areas such as closets, attics, and storage spaces where woolen fabrics, furs, and feathers are kept.
Diet & Feeding
Keratin-rich animal fibers including wool, silk, feathers, fur, and leather.
Behavior Patterns
Larvae spin protective silken cases or tubes as they feed and move across fabrics, avoiding light and staying hidden within folds.
Risks & Benefits
They pose a significant risk as household pests that damage clothing, carpets, and upholstery, but they provide no notable benefits to humans.