The Strange Case of the Case
Kamitetep are most recognizable in their larval stage. Instead of being noticed as moths, they appear as tiny, gray, cocoon-like cases clinging to walls, ceilings, or fabrics.
These cases, built from silk and debris, serve as both camouflage and protection. The caterpillar drags the case around like a mobile home while feeding. Eventually, it seals itself inside to pupate and transform into an adult moth. Homeowners often first notice the infestation not by seeing moths, but by spotting these eerie, tubular husks—sometimes empty, sometimes still occupied.
