Tineidae: Tineinae

12.027 (BF0240) Case-bearing Clothes Moth Tinea pellionella, Linnaeus, 1758

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General Information

This is one of the 'clothes moths'. The adults are generally on the wing between June and October, but may appear outside this period since they often live inside buildings.


Wingspan: 9-16mm
Foodplant(s): woollen materials, fur, feathers, birds' nests
Flying: One generation, June-October
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Regional Information

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Similar Species
Large Pale Clothes Moth Tinea pallescentella


Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Glossy
Colours:
White, Brown