Bug Identifier
Plaster Bagworm
Community identification

Plaster Bagworm

Phereoeca moriello

Order & Family
Lepidoptera: Tineidae
Size
8mm to 13mm (case length)
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Natural Habitat

Commonly found inside residential homes, attached to walls, under furniture, and in garages.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on spider webs, wool, human hair, fur, and silk.

Behavior Patterns

The larva constructs a silken case covered in sand or dust and can protrude its head from either end to feed.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to humans but can be considered a minor household pest if they eat textiles or accumulate in large numbers.