Tapestry Moth (Trichophaga Tapetzella)

Appearance

  • Fore-wings dark at base; outer parts creamy white.
  • Wingspan about 19mm.

Life Cycle

  • Biological development occurs over 3-6 months.
  • Larva may grow to around 15 mm in length.
  • Prefers coarse materials, and constructs silk-lined galleries.

Habits

  • Typically attacks old carpets, felts, and the fur and feathers of stuffed animals.
  • Not a very common species.

We service the ACT and surrounding areas

Belconnen

Canberra City

Dickson

Fyshwick

Gungahlin

Hume

Jerrabomberra

Kingston

Kippax (Holt)

Majura

Manuka

Mitchell

Queanbeyan

Tuggeranong

Weston Creek

Woden Valley

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