>I had understood that Moth Balls are of no use with wax moth..but after
reading the above, I am confused.   Clarification please?..:)
 
Possibly the confusion is related to there being different types of "moth
balls".
 
What I find most commonly sold as moth balls is naphthalene.  This is a
moderately good insect repellent, horse---- as an insecticide, and would not
control established insects.
 
Paradichlorobenzene/PDB is most commonly sold around here as crystals,
although "balls" are also sometimes available.  It is a fairly effective
fumigant insecticide used for control of many insects.  I think it also has
some repellent activity.
 
Whitney Cranshaw
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Colorado, USA