clothes moths

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Scope note
General term referring to members of several species in various genera, having in common that they are small moths that have larva that feed upon and form a chrysalis case from stored fabrics, and thus are destructive to woollen fabrics, feathers, furs, and similar organic materials.
clothes moths
Accepted term: 06-May-2024