Carpet beetle (likely varied carpet beetle)

Indoors: carpets, rugs, upholstered furniture, clothing, museums, stored food products. Outdoors: flower beds, bird nests, animal carcasses.

Larvae feed on natural fibers (wool, silk, fur, feathers, leather), dried animal products, stored food items (grains, cereals, pet food), and insect remains. Adults feed on pollen and nectar.

Larvae are the damaging stage, often found in dark, undisturbed areas. They are slow-moving and prefer animal-based materials or dried plant products. Adults are typically found near windows or outdoors on flowers.

Potential risks: Damage to household items (carpets, clothing, furniture) and museum collections. Can also contaminate stored food. Benefits: Act as scavengers on dead insects and animal remains in natural environments.