Bug Identifier
Household Casebearer
Community identification

Household Casebearer

Phereoeca uterella

Order & Family
Lepidoptera: Tineidae
Size
Case length is 8 to 14 mm
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Natural Habitat

Indoor environments such as houses and garages, preferring humid areas and walls.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on spider webs, wool, hair, and organic silk fibers.

Behavior Patterns

The larva constructs a protective silk case covered in sand, dust, and debris. They can move and feed from both ends of the case.

Risks & Benefits

Potential pest of clothing and textiles made from animal fibers; generally harmless to humans but can be a nuisance.