description Tapestry moth Overview
The tapestry moth (Trichophaga tapetzella) is a moth in the family Tineidae, which includes the familiar clothes moths. It occurs over much of the world, though it is often local and uncommon. Its larvae feed on coarse animal material such as wool, fur, skins, feathers, and other debris, and they can damage textiles, furnishings, and historical tapestries, giving the species its common name. Museums and households control it through cleaning and sealed storage of animal-fiber goods.
help Tapestry moth FAQ
What does the tapestry moth larva eat?
Tapestry moth larvae feed on coarse animal materials such as wool, fur, skins, and feathers. This diet places the species among moths associated with animal-based textiles and stored materials.
What family is the tapestry moth in?
The tapestry moth, Trichophaga tapetzella, belongs to the family Tineidae. This family includes familiar clothes moths.
Where is the tapestry moth found?
Trichophaga tapetzella occurs across much of the world. Even so, it is often local and uncommon rather than uniformly abundant.
Is the tapestry moth the same as a common clothes moth?
It is a close relative of clothes moths because both are in the family Tineidae. However, the tapestry moth is a distinct species with larvae that favor coarse animal materials.
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