Bug Identifier
Household Casebearer
Community identification

Household Casebearer

Phereoeca uterella

Order & Family
Lepidoptera: Tineidae
Size
Case is 8-14 mm in length; larva is smaller and resides inside.
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Natural Habitat

Found inside homes and buildings, typically on walls, floors, and under furniture.

Diet & Feeding

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

Behavior Patterns

The larva constructs a protective silk case covered in dust and sand. It is mobile, dragging its case as it moves, often climbing walls to pupate near the ceiling.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to humans personally, but a household pest that can damage clothing, rugs, and natural fiber materials.