Leanne,
Sorry for the tardy reply, I hope this helps.
The best way to deal with moths (larva or adults) is to
practice IPM - Integrated Pest Management. IPM reduces the use
of pesticides, which have a slew of problems including their
toxicity to us, opting for a more holistic approach. It is
based on understanding the life cycle of the pest and its habits
(what it eats, why it is present). A combination of improved
housekeeping, environmental control and treatment of objects is
used. What we usually recommend is to:
1) Determine the extent of the infestation. Is it localized
or more wide spread. What stage is it at? What objects are
affected? Is the infestation active or not? Monitor using
traps.
2) Isolate infested objects. There are a number of strategies
to do this. Something as simple as bagging them in plastic might
be adequate.
3) Thoroughly clean the area that is infested - this is
vital. Clean everything - use a HEPA vacuum.
4) You may have to treat your objects to eliminate an active
infestation. There are a number of ways to treat them including
thermal treatment (freezing or heating), anoxic (removing
oxygen) or the use of Inert gas.
That is the beginning. There are a number of strategies that
can be followed. I recommend taking a look at
http://museumpests.net/.
This web site is an excellent resource for solutions and
treatments.
Gretchen Anderson
Conservator - Carnegie Museum of Natural History
IPM Instructor - Museum Study
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Brad Bredehoft
CEO
Museum Study, LLC
www.MuseumStudy.com
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Hello
We
have recently discovered a few case bearing moth larvae
within the museum. Can anyone recommend suitable moth
deterrents that can be used safely within an historic
building.
Many
thanks
Leeanne
Westwood |
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