Bagworm (larva in case)

Found on various trees, shrubs, and sometimes on the walls of houses or structures near vegetation.

Larvae are generalist feeders, eating leaves and needles from over 100 species of trees and shrubs.

The larva builds a protective silken case covered with environmental debris (twigs, leaves, or sand) which it carries as it moves and feeds. They pupate inside this case.

They can be significant pests in gardens and forests, causing defoliation. They pose no direct physical risk to humans but can damage property landscaping.