Case-bearing Clothes Moth (Larva)

Natural Habitat

Typically found indoors in dark, undisturbed areas such as closets, wardrobes, and under furniture.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on fibers of animal origin, including wool, fur, feathers, hair, and silk, as well as synthetic fabrics blended with natural fibers.

Behavior Patterns

Larvae construct a portable silken case that they carry as they feed. They are often found climbing walls to pupate in high, dark corners of a room.

Risks & Benefits

Risks include significant damage to clothing, upholstery, and carpets. They provide no direct benefit to humans and are considered a common household pest.

Identified on: 12/28/2025