Bug Identifier
Moth fly larva (Drain fly)
Community identification

Moth fly larva (Drain fly)

Psychodidae

Order & Family
Order: Diptera; Family: Psychodidae
Size
Usually 4mm to 10mm in length depending on maturity.
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Natural Habitat

Moist areas with organic decomposition, such as drains, septic tanks, and damp soil.

Diet & Feeding

Scavenging on decaying organic matter, sewage, and the nutrient-rich slime/biofilm in pipes.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal; the larvae live in semi-aquatic environments like drain pipes and feed until pupation, after which they emerge as fuzzy adult flies.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to humans as they do not bite; they act as decomposers but can be a nuisance indicating a buildup of organic debris.