Bug Identifier
Webbing clothes moth
Community identification

Webbing clothes moth

Tineola bisselliella

Order & Family
Lepidoptera (Order); Tineidae (Family)
Size
Adults: 1/4 to 1/2 inch wingspan; Larvae: up to 1/2 inch long
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Natural Habitat

Indoor environments, particularly in closets, drawers, or under rugs and carpets with low light and stagnant air.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on animal fibers including wool, silk, fur, feathers, and hair; adults do not feed.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and avoid light; larvae produce silky tunnels or webbing while feeding; adults are weak flyers and typically crawl.

Risks & Benefits

Structural/economic risks include damage to clothing, upholstery, and carpets; no direct health risks to humans, but can be a major domestic pest.