Cloth Moth (Larva/Casing)

Scientific Name: Tineola bisselliella

Order & Family: Lepidoptera: Tineidae

Size: 1 - 10 mm

Cloth Moth (Larva/Casing)

Natural Habitat

Dark, undisturbed indoor locations such as closets, drawers, and attics

Diet & Feeding

Natural fibers including wool, silk, fur, feathers, and hair

Behavior Patterns

Photophobic (avoids light) and spins silken tubes or mats while feeding on fabrics

Risks & Benefits

Pests that cause irreversible damage to clothing, upholstery, and carpets; no significant ecological benefits in household settings

Identified on: 6/25/2026