Related to clothes moths, the larvae are able to digest the keratin in wool and feathers. You will often find them in old birds' nests.
Family
Tineidae
Biostatus
Native
Larva
In sheep wool, possum skins, chicken manure. Can eat keratin in wool and feathers.
Pupa
Pupates in silken tunnels made by larvae.
Adult/Imago
Active from dusk, attracted to light.
Forewing Length
6 - 10mm
Range
NZ
Habitat
Widespread, including native forest, pastures, parks, gardens, coastal areas.