
Community identification
Bagworm
Thyridopteryx ephemeraeformis
- Order & Family
- Lepidoptera, Psychidae
- Size
- 15 mm to 30 mm
Natural Habitat
Found on various evergreen and deciduous trees, living inside a silken bag camouflaged with plant debris.
Diet & Feeding
Larvae feed voraciously on tree foliage, particularly evergreens like arborvitae and juniper.
Behavior Patterns
Constructs and carries a portable protective case throughout its larval stage. Adult females are wingless and remain inside the bag.
Risks & Benefits
High infestations can severely defoliate and kill ornamental trees and shrubs.