Some bugs make surprisingly good roommates. For example, many species of spiders can work as pest control while keeping to themselves. However, other insects are venomous or enjoy invading food supplies, beds, and house foundations. Phereoeca uterella is a type of moth that lives in tropical climates and eats a wide diet, including household items like wool and silk. As the summer heat rises, keep an eye out for these creatures, known as kamitetep in Javanese, and learn how to defend your home from them.
