Bug Identifier
Plaster bagworm
Community identification

Plaster bagworm

Phereoeca uterella

Order & Family
Lepidoptera, Tineidae
Size
Larval case is about 10 to 14 millimeters long.
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Natural Habitat

Found indoors on walls, ceilings, and under furniture in warm, humid regions.

Diet & Feeding

Feeds on spider webs, hair, dust, and discarded animal fibers like wool.

Behavior Patterns

Larvae construct a flattened, case-like cocoon of silk and debris, dragging it along surfaces as they move.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to humans, but the larvae can damage woolen fabrics and rugs.