According to blake newton an extension entomologist at the university of kentucky moths lay eggs on fabrics caterpillars hatch from those eggs and then the caterpillars munch on the clothing.
Moths eating clothes nz.
Clothes moths are small about 1 cm buff coloured moths.
It is pale gold with no unusual markings and a weak flier that seldom leaves dark areas.
Brown house moths and white shouldered moths are less common but potentially equally damaging.
How to stop moths eating your clothes.
The larvae of the clothes moth eat natural fibres usually wool.
In the united states most infestations come from webbing clothes moths but you should still inspect for both.
Moths are destructive no doubt but they don t actually eat your clothes their babies do.
Step 1 identify the clothes moth.
The common clothes moth tineola bisselliella and the case bearing clothes moth tinea pellionella are the main pest species.
After you ve confirmed you have clothing moths or any cloth eating bugs take the following steps to clean your clothes and closet.
The larvae of the case bearing clothes moth can damage synthetic fibres for use in their sleeping bag like case.
Generally clothes moths are more common in the coastal areas of new zealand where the humidity helps their development.
Clothes moths eat a wide range of animal fabrics but primarily fabrics containing wool.
Look for patches of silk webbing and feeding tube which webbing clothes moths leave behind.
Both will attack and damage carpets upholstery clothing and animal specimens.
The webbing clothes moth shown here is a small moth with a wingspan of about 1 2 inch.
Discard particularly infested items.
It is important to distinguish between clothes moths and pantry moths they are.
Common clothes moths can cause significant damage to fabrics made from natural fibres within properties if left untreated.
Casemaking moths cases will change to match the color of the clothing they re eating.
When you see the adult moth beware.
Moths in your wardrobe is the biggest crime against fashion since jodie marsh stepped out in two strategically placed belts and called it a top.
The case making clothes moth prefers warmer parts of new zealand whereas the webbing clothes moth can be found all over new zealand.
Moth larvae usually feed on hair feathers wool and fur says david.
