Bug Identifier
Household Casebearer moth larva
Community identification

Household Casebearer moth larva

Phereoeca uterella

Order & Family
Lepidoptera: Tineidae
Size
Case length is 8mm to 13mm; larva is much smaller.
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Natural Habitat

Indoor environments, found on walls or floors in humid, tropical, and subtropical climates.

Diet & Feeding

Scavenges on wool, spider webs, hair, dead insects, and natural fibers.

Behavior Patterns

Larvae construct a protective silk case covered in sand and debris. They can turn around inside the case and feed from either end.

Risks & Benefits

Generally harmless to humans; however, it is a household pest that can damage woolen fabrics and natural-fiber clothing.