Clothing Moth Larva Case

Dark, undisturbed areas in homes such as closets, carpet edges, beneath furniture, and storage boxes containing natural fibers.

Keratin-rich materials including wool, fur, silk, feathers, felt, and sometimes blended synthetic fabrics if they contain sweat or food stains.

The larvae spin a silken case or tube for protection, which they drag around with them (mostly seen in Case-bearing moths) or leave as webbing tunnels (Webbing moths). They shun light and feed quietly on fibers.

Risks: Major household pest that causes significant damage to clothing, rugs, upholstery, and tapestries. Benefits: In nature, they help break down animal matter (like old nests or carcasses), but they serve no benefit inside a home.