
Community identification
Household Casebearer
Phereoeca uterella
- Order & Family
- Lepidoptera: Tineidae
- Size
- Case length is 8 to 14 mm
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.