Grub(?)

Just saw this on our hall wall.
Seems to have a cacoon made out of our carpet!
Responded rapidly to flash by withdrawing into its tube.

Anyone any idea what it is & is our carpet safe!?

Uploaded05/05/2012 - 10:06

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Date Taken	05/05/2012 - 08:05
Make	PENTAX
Model	PENTAX K-7
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Blaze Blaze

248 posts
15 years
Maine et Loire,
France

Posted 05/05/2012 - 10:17 Link

I believe that what you have there is the grub of the carpet moth and, no, your carpet is not safe!!! But a good squirt with moth proofer should help.

Excellent shot, by the way!

Edited by Blaze: 05/05/2012 - 10:18