Case-bearing Moth

Natural Habitat

Often found indoors in closets, pantries, carpets, upholstered furniture, and areas with stored textiles or dried food. Larvae prefer dark, undisturbed places.

Diet & Feeding

Larvaefeed on a variety of organic materials, including fibers (wool, silk, cotton), furs, feathers, stored food products, and sometimes insect specimens. Adult moths do not feed.

Behavior Patterns

Larvae weave silk cases that they carry with them. These cases are often camouflaged with surrounding debris, making them difficult to spot. Adults are typically short-lived and non-feeding, focused on reproduction.

Risks & Benefits

Potential risks include significant damage to textiles (clothing, carpets, upholstery), furs, and dried food products, leading to economic loss. There are no known benefits.

Identified on: 9/2/2025