Webbing clothes moth

Natural Habitat

Inhabits buildings, specifically in dark, undisturbed areas like closets, attics, and storage bins where natural fibers are stored.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on animal-derived materials containing keratin, such as wool, fur, silk, feathers, felt, and leather. Adults do not eat.

Behavior Patterns

Adults are weak fliers and prefer darkness, often running rather than flying when disturbed. Women lay eggs on suitable food sources; life cycle varies from month to years based on temperature and humidity.

Risks & Benefits

Significant household pest that causes physical damage to clothing, upholstery, and rugs. They pose no direct health risk to humans but can be economically destructive to textile collections.

Identified on: 3/24/2026