Fish Oil and Flypaper for Clothes Moths: An Unproven Myth

Why This Folk Remedy Doesn't Hold Up

A newspaper article suggested fish oil + flypaper in closets to trap clothes moths. Entomologist Dr. Beverly Sparks confirms: no data supports moth attraction to fish oil. The only thing you'll attract is every cat, raccoon, and opossum in the neighborhood.

Effective Moth Control

• Clean woolens before storage (moths need body oils/sweat)
• Store in airtight containers or cedar chests
• Pheromone traps for monitoring
• Freeze infested items (48 hours at 0°F)
• Professional fumigation for severe cases