Webbing Clothes Moth vs Fall Webworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Webbing Clothes Moth | Fall Webworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tineola bisselliella | Hyphantria cunea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Tineidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm body; 12-16 mm wingspan | 25-42 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Indoors | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Worldwide | North America, Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Webbing Clothes Moth
A small golden-buff moth whose larvae are the primary insect pest of woolen clothing and textiles. Adults are weak fliers that avoid light, preferring dark closets and drawers.
Did You Know?
Unlike most moths, adults actively avoid light and will run rather than fly when disturbed.
Fall Webworm
A native North American moth whose caterpillars build communal silk webs on tree branches. It has become invasive in Europe and Asia.
Did You Know?
Unlike tent caterpillars, fall webworm nests enclose the foliage the larvae are feeding on.