Moths in Storage Cupboard: Clothes Moths + Meal Moths

Moths in under-stairs cupboard (CDs, bags, straw, hay, violin case with horsehair bow). Sees silvery white, white-shouldered, Indian meal moth-like moths. Wonders if "bow bugs" (carpet beetles) or clothes moths eating bow.

Multiple Pests Likely

• Clothes moths: Secretive, avoid light. Eat wool, hair, feathers (horsehair bow = target).
• Meal moths: Fly in light. Eat grains, dry pet food.
• Carpet beetles: Eat wool, silk, hair (also attack bows).

Action Plan

1. Deep clean cupboard. Find source.
2. Pheromone traps for meal moths (confirms ID).
3. Inspect violin case when accessible.
4. Store vulnerable items airtight.

Horsehair bow = prime target for clothes moths AND carpet beetles.