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Webbing clothes moth

Tineola bisselliella

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate coniferous forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan, Mongolia, Taiwan), Europe (28 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

Species

Tineola bisselliella (Webbing clothes moth)

Names in Other Languages

German Echte Kleidermotte

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Webbing clothes moth?

The scientific name of Webbing clothes moth is Tineola bisselliella. It belongs to the genus Tineola.

What is the conservation status of Webbing clothes moth?

Webbing clothes moth (Tineola bisselliella) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Webbing clothes moth live?

Webbing clothes moth is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan, Mongolia, Taiwan), Europe (28 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France.

What family does Webbing clothes moth belong to?

Webbing clothes moth (Tineola bisselliella) belongs to the genus Tineola, which is part of the taxonomic family Tineidae.

Is Webbing clothes moth endangered?

No, Webbing clothes moth (Tineola bisselliella) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Webbing clothes moth belong to?

Webbing clothes moth (Tineola bisselliella) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).