Tinea pellionella

(Linnaeus, 1758)
Casemaking Clothes Moth

Sort #: 166 | P #: 300157 | MPG #: 405
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Larval feeding type: Feeds from a silken case covered in hairs and other debris
Larval substrate: Hair fibers and other keratinous material; carpets, woolen and other fabrics, etc.
Phenology: Adult: 3/12 to 10/20 (11 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, uncommon
Status in N. America: Introduced
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1833
Last Year Reported: 2024

Distribution by County: Hampshire, Franklin, Middlesex, Essex, Barnstable, Nantucket
Number of Records: 13