Webbing Clothes Moth Larva

Natural Habitat

Dark, undisturbed indoor locations like closets, drawers, and under furniture where natural fibers are stored.

Diet & Feeding

Animal-based natural fibers including wool, silk, fur, feathers, and hair; they digest the protein keratin.

Behavior Patterns

Larvae spin silk feeding tunnels or mats over the materials they eat; they are photophobic and will move away when exposed to light.

Risks & Benefits

Risks: High potential for economic damage by destroying clothing, upholstery, and carpets. Benefits: None in a domestic setting; in nature, they help decompose animal remains.

Identified on: 1/11/2026