Bug Identifier
Household Casebearer
Community identification

Household Casebearer

Phereoeca uterella

Order & Family
Lepidoptera: Tineidae
Size
Case length 8-14 mm; width 3-5 mm
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Natural Habitat

Found inside houses, particularly in areas with high humidity, on walls and in corners.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on spider webs, wool, and natural fibers like hair or fur.

Behavior Patterns

The larva lives inside a portable, flattened, silk-lined case covered in sand or dust. It is often seen crawling slowly up walls.

Risks & Benefits

Generally harmless to humans but can occasionally damage silk or wool fabrics. They help clear away spider webs.