Carpet Moth Larva (Casemaking Clothes Moth)

Indoor environments, particularly in dark, undisturbed areas like closets, under furniture, or within carpets.

Larvae feed on keratins found in animal products, including wool, silk, fur, feathers, and upholstered furniture.

Larvae often build and live inside a silken 'case' which they drag behind them. They avoid light and are most active in humidity.

Risks: Significant damage to household fabrics, clothing, and antique textiles. Benefits: None in a domestic setting; in nature, they help decompose animal remains.