Tineidae

12.032 Orange-tipped Nest Moth Tinea semifulvella Haworth, 1828

Common

Similar species:

Forewing: 6.5 to 10mm

Habitats: Wherever it can source its larval foodstuffs.

Habits: The moth comes to light.

Foodplant: The larva feeds on animal detritus in bird's nests and sometimes wool and animal carcases outdoors. It makes temporary cases to use while small and while moulting. It pupates in a cocoon in the nest.