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Moths
Location
This species can be found throughout the world – the adult is typically encountered during summer and early autumn but infestations that live in human dwellings may be seen at other times of the year. There is the Case Bearing Clothes Moth (Tinea Pellionella) and the Common Clothes Moth (Tineola Bisselliella).
Appearance
Tinea Pellionella is silvery grey to shiny light brown in colour, with dark grey hairs on the top of its head. The adult of this species has a wingspan of 9 to 16 mm and its forewings are brown with one large spot and a few smaller black spots. The hindwings are plain pale brown-
Breeding
The female carpet moth produces 30-
Feeding
The Case Bearing Clothes Moth (Tinea Pellionella) or Carpet Moth is an insect that mainly attacks carpets, particularly in secluded spots such as under furniture and in undisturbed areas. If carpeting is removed, this moth may attack clothes or soft furnishings. The larva also feeds on upholstery, woollen fabrics, detritus, cobwebs, bird nests (particularly of the domestic pigeon), stored vegetable produce and wallpaper.
Moth Treatments
1/ Our Service is to attend your premises, inspect the relevant area and treat the active habitat with insecticide with the intention of controlling the problem.
2/ Non-
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