Casemaking clothes moth (larva)

Natural Habitat

Commonly found inside residential homes, specifically in dark areas like closets, drawers, and under carpets or rugs.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on keratin-containing animal products such as wool, fur, hair, feathers, felt, and silk.

Behavior Patterns

The larva constructs and lives inside a protective portable silken case incorporating fibers from its food source. They are often found climbing walls or hidden in debris.

Risks & Benefits

A significant residential pest that causes structural damage to clothing, upholstery, and textiles; they provide no significant benefits to human ecosystems.

Identified on: 12/31/2025