Webbing clothes moth (likely larva or damage case)
Scientific Name: Tineola bisselliella
Order & Family: Lepidoptera, Tineidae
Size: Larvae grow up to 12 mm (0.5 inches); adults have a wingspan of 12-16 mm.
Natural Habitat
Indoor environments, particularly closets, drawers, and storage areas containing natural fibers.
Diet & Feeding
Natural fibers containing keratin, such as wool, silk, hair, fur, and feathers.
Behavior Patterns
Larvae spin silken tunnels or patches on fabric as they feed; they prefer dark, undisturbed areas and avoid light.
Risks & Benefits
Significant risk of damage to clothing, upholstery, and rugs; provide no direct benefit to human ecosystems, though they decompose animal remains in nature.
Identified on: 3/9/2026