Fabric & pantry pests
Clothes moths: identification & clothes moth control
Clothes moth larvae eat keratin in wool, silk and fur, usually in undisturbed closets and under furniture. Treatment includes deep vacuuming, targeted crack treatment, pheromone monitoring and storage guidance.
How to identify clothes moths
- What it looks like
- Small buff or golden moths that avoid light; larvae are cream-colored with silk cases.
- Size
- 1/4 to 1/2 inch wingspan
- Where you'll find it
- Closets, wool rugs, under furniture, stored blankets, felt and taxidermy.
- Commonly confused with
- Carpet beetle larvae also damage wool but are bristly and leave shed skins.
Signs of clothes moths in your home
- Irregular holes in wool garments
- Silken tubes or cases on fabric
- Moths fluttering in dark closets
Clothes moths questions homeowners ask
What is eating holes in my sweaters?
Clothes moth larvae or carpet beetle larvae — look for silk cases (moths) versus bristly shed skins (beetles).
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