Lint (Fabric Fibers/Dust)

Scientific Name: N/A (Inanimate matter)

Order & Family: N/A (Consists of various fibers like cotton, polyester, hair, skin cells)

Size: Variable; clusters can range from microscopic to several centimeters.

Found commonly on clothing, inside pockets, dryer filters, and on furniture surfaces.

N/A (Does not feed, though it may contain organic matter that feeds biological pests like dust mites or larva).

Accumulates through friction and static electricity; tends to clump together into balls or fuzz.

Generally harmless, though unsightly. Excessive buildup in dryer vents poses a significant fire hazard. Can harbor allergens.

Identified on: 3/6/2026