Household Casebearer

Indoor environments, particularly in humid or subtropical climates; often found on walls, under furniture, or in closets.

Larvae feed on spider webs, wool, silk, hair, and other natural organic debris.

The larva constructs a protective silk case covered in sand, dust, and lint which it drags along as it moves. The case is open at both ends, allowing the larva to turn around inside.

Generally considered a nuisance pest. While they do not bite humans or pets, the larvae can damage natural fiber textiles, carpets, and clothing.