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Clothes Moths are found throughout Canada. There are two types of clothes moths (case making and webbing) that may cause serious damage to feather filled upholstery, woolens, rugs, fur and a variety of fabrics.
Adult moths are poor fliers, and avoid light. It will become apparent that you have an infestation as the silken tubes will be evident in the hidden portions of clothes such as under collars, as well, holes in material may be present. In fur, the hairs may be clipped at their base causing loose fur and exposed hide. Cases can also be found in a crack or crevice away from the infested materials. Regular inspection of clothing, carpets and other materials made of natural fibres is essential helps in the prevention of infestations, as is regular cleaning of these materials. Depending on the severity of the infestation, a single control measure may not be effective and an intregrated program conducted by the technician over a six month period may necessary. Visit the Clothes Moths page and the Do It Yourself page for more information. If you have any questions about treatment we would be happy to help. Please call. Reliable Exterminators Limited |
The adults are shiny buff in colour with black eyes. The female lays an average of 40 to 50 eggs on the threads of cloth or near it food service. In four to ten days the larvae emerge and start feeding on the fabric. This is the stage that causes the damage. The larva of the case-bearing moth is unique in that it spins a cocoon with the fibres of the fabric around itself.
