GENERAL IDENTIFICATION

Despite being a relatively small moth ( less than 5mm in length ), the larvae of this insect can cause considerable damage when they feed on articles that contain wool, mohair, fur, hair, feathers or other products of animal origin.  The distribution of this insect is worldwide and their impact is particularly serious in homes, carpet warehouses and museums, where priceless articles are often destroyed.

The moth is straw coloured, without any distinctive markings on the wings, and the larvae are usualy white, with brown heads, forming webs or tubes on the surface where they are feeding.

The female lays 100 - 300 white eggs on the surface of the fabric which will hatch into larvae in approximately 5 days.  The period of larval development is usually 6 weeks, during which time the larvae actively feed on the fabric.  However, this development time is dependent on temperature and humidity, and can take considerably longer under cooler conditions.

On completing this request form, you will receive a detailed monitoring guide providing you with information on trap placement, assessment of larval damage and how to record and act on the information that you get. This will take away much of the guesswork, help to prevent wasted treatment and keep you in control of the pest situation throughout the season.

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