Combating Clothes Moth - Dragonfli

May 31,2024

Clothes Moth Larvae Can Cause Extensive Damage To Knitwear, Carpets, Rugs & A Range Of Fabrics Clothes Moths can be a common and consistent pest in homes. There are two main culprit species which cause similar damage. Most commonly identified is the Webbing Clothes Moth, Tineola bisselliella. The larvae of this species can be found feeding within a dense webbing. Another common Clothes Moth species is the Case-Making Clothes Moth, Tinea pellionella. The larvae of this species often create a small case for themselves out of clothing fibres. The larvae of both these species of Clothes Moth will damage clothing fibres. The larvae of Clothes Moth will feed on, and damage, many different types of garments, especially those of natural origin such as natural wool. Carpets can also be attacked, and warm, contained environments, such as wardrobes, cupboards and airing cupboards, provide an ideal environment for the larvae