
Community identification
Likely adult drain fly (moth fly)
Psychodidae, likely *Clogmia albipunctata*
- Order & Family
- Diptera; Psychodidae
- Size
- Adults are typically about 2–5 mm long.
Natural Habitat
Bathrooms and other damp areas, especially drains, where larvae develop in organic slime.
Diet & Feeding
Larvae feed on microbes and decaying organic matter in drain biofilm; adults feed little or not at all.
Behavior Patterns
Adults are small, weak fliers and often rest on bathroom surfaces near drains. Larvae develop in wet, organically fouled plumbing.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to people and do not bite; large numbers can be a nuisance and may indicate buildup in a drain.