According to recent reports, the number of fabric-destroying moths - whose larvae (tiny caterpillars) feed on protein in animal-based fabrics such as wool, fur, velvet and silk before they become ...

The larvae of clothes moths are adapted to feed on keratin, a protein found in natural fibres. They can be a significant pest of home furnishings and stored fabrics. In recent years, clothes moths ...

Adult moths are small, with golden or reddish-brown wings, while larvae are cream-coloured caterpillars. Look for irregular holes in clothes, often accompanied by silky threads or webbing in the ...

As the frosty winds and heavy rains of winter give way to warmer days, it’s time to retire your bulky winter jackets. Before ...

It's actually the moth larvae that wreak havoc, chewing away at fabrics like wool, cotton, linen, as well as upholstered items and carpets, reports the Express. Historically, chemicals like ...

Harel’s advice? “The key to keeping moths away is cleanliness and proper storage. Vacuum regularly, especially in areas where clothes or fabrics are stored, and make sure everything is sealed ...

Insects like clothes moths, carpet beetles, silverfish, and termites can damage your clothing. Identifying these pests is crucial for effective treatment and prevention. This article helps you ...

A new species of moth was found in a home in south Wales after travelling thousands of miles in a photographer's boot bag. Two clearwing moths appear to have hitched a ride when they were larvae ...

In the peppered moth population of Great Britain there is variation in the colour of the moth’s bodies. Some moths have a light body; some have a dark, or melanic body. Body colour is an ...