
Community identification
Moth fly larva
Psychodidae
- Order & Family
- Order: Diptera, Family: Psychodidae
- Size
- 4 to 10 mm in length
Natural Habitat
Found in moist, organic-rich environments such as sink drains, sewers, septic tanks, and damp soil.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on decaying organic matter, algae, fungi, and bacteria found in biofilm/slime.
Behavior Patterns
Leathery, legless larvae that live within the gelatinous film of drains; they undergo complete metamorphosis to become fuzzy, moth-like flies.
Risks & Benefits
Generally harmless to humans but can indicate sanitation issues; they provide a benefit by breaking down organic sludge in plumbing systems.