What do moths eat and drink
Moths are a type of Lepidoptera which is a of class Insecta. There are more than 150 thousand known species in this group. Moths are divided in different families and each of these families like to eat different things. Most moths are pest of plants which means they mostly suck nectar. Moths of family Tineidae are pest of woolen and silken cloths while the silk worm moth eats Mulbarry leaves.
Most adult moths do not eat at all. Instead of eating most moths like butterflies get their nurishment from drinking. They use a proboscis, a long narrow tube in their mouth, that acts like a straw. They usually set on top of a flower and drink the nectar.
So in short, what do moths eat? They eat anything that can dissolve in water, They mostly feed on nectar from flowers but also eat tree sap, bird droppings, animal dung, pollen, or rotting fruit. They are attracted to sodium found in salt and sweat. This is why butterlies sometimes land on people in Butterfly Parks. Sodium as well as many other minerals is vital for their reproduction.
Moth Infestations in your home
If you want to learn how to prevent a moth infestation you need to know what they eat to prevent it. You might find moths in your basements, crawlspaces, closets and pantries. They prefer darker areas and typically avoid lighter areas. You should expect to find them in your basements, attics, closets, and crawlspaces. They can even end up in your clothing and do a lot of damage.
The adults are not nessesarily the problem. It is larvae that destroy your coats and clothing.
They feed on natural materials such as wook, silk, fur, felt, hair and feathers. They also eat grains, oatmeal, or cream of wheat in your kitchen if they get in your pantrey.
There are a few things you can do to protect your clothing and avoid damage moth larvae can cause. A few things you can do is brush your coats and cloths made form natural fibers before storing them for the winder or summer.
Make sure there are no moths or moth eggs on them. To be save you can even vacuum them before putting them away. Seal them tightly in a sealed cardboard box or heavy paper. Paper is good because moths cannot chew through it.
