
Community identification
Household Casebearer
Phereoeca uterella
- Order & Family
- Order Lepidoptera, Family Tineidae
- Size
- Case length is usually 8 to 14 mm
Natural Habitat
Typically found inside houses, on walls, or under furniture in warm, humid climates.
Diet & Feeding
Larvae feed on spider webs and natural fibers such as wool, silk, and felt.
Behavior Patterns
The larva constructs a protective silken case covered in sand, dust, and debris. It is capable of turning around inside the case to protrude from either end.
Risks & Benefits
They are nuisance pests that can damage natural fiber clothing and textiles but are generally harmless to humans and pets.