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Textile Mill Moth

Textile Mill Moth

Tineola bisselliella

Tineidae • Lepidoptera

Uncommon
Habitat loss

A living reminder of Lodz's textile heritage, these moths have colonized the city's converted industrial spaces, thriving in the unique microclimate of former factories.

Size
6-8mm wingspan
Active Season
Year-round

Found in Cities

Lodz

Identification Features

  • Golden-buff coloration
  • Small size
  • Weak flight
  • Attracted to natural fibers

Behavior & Ecology

Larvae feed on natural fibers, adults are weak fliers

Urban Habitats

Former textile mills
Converted lofts
Historic industrial buildings
Fabric storage areas

Conservation Status

Population Status
Uncommon
Threats
Habitat loss

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Common Earwig

Common Earwig

Forficula auricularia

Despite their fearsome pincers, these insects are gentle gardeners of the city, hiding under park benches and helping decompose organic matter in urban green spaces.

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