Scientific name: Trichophaga tapetzella
Distribution
Can be found all over the world
Pest Type
Primary pest
Identification
Adults have a wingspan of about 19 mm. Their forewings are dark at the base, while other parts of the wings are creamy white.
The larva may grow about 15 mm long. It prefers coarse materials and constructs silk-lined galleries.
Life Cycle
The life cycle takes 3-4 months to complete
Commodities Attacked
Old carpets, felting, fur and feathers of stuffed animals.
Economic Importance
Major pest of old carpets, felting, fur, and stuffed animal feathers. Minor pest of stored products.