Webbing clothes moth larva

Natural Habitat

Indoor environments, specifically dark areas such as closets, chests, and behind furniture where natural fibers are stored.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on animal fibers including wool, fur, silk, feathers, felt, and leather; they can digest keratin.

Behavior Patterns

Larvae spin silken tubes or mats as they feed. They are light-averse and tend to hide in crevices or within the folds of fabric. They undergo complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult).

Risks & Benefits

Risks: Major domestic pest that causes significant damage to clothing, upholstery, and carpets. Benefits: None in a human household context, though they act as scavengers of animal remains in nature.

Identified on: 3/12/2026