Bug Identifier
Plaster Bagworm
Community identification

Plaster Bagworm

Phereoeca uterella

Order & Family
Lepidoptera: Tineidae
Size
Case length is typically 10 to 15 mm
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Natural Habitat

Humid environments, often found inside homes on walls, floors, or in closets

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on spider webs, wool, human hair, and silk fabrics

Behavior Patterns

The larva constructs a protective flattened, pumpkin-seed-shaped case from silk and environmental debris, which it drags along as it moves.

Risks & Benefits

Mostly a nuisance pest, though they can occasionally damage natural fabrics like wool or silk rugs and garments.