Black Carpet Beetle

Indoors in homes and commercial buildings, commonly found in pantries, closets, and storage areas. Outdoors, they can be seen on flowers.

Larvae scavenge on natural fibers (wool, silk, fur, leather) and dried plant matter. Adults feed on nectar and pollen.

The insect undergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically more cryptic and active in dark, secluded spots. Adults are attracted to light and often fly into windows.

Larvae are a major household pest that can damage carpets, clothing, and stored food. They serve an ecological role as scavengers by breaking down organic matter but offer no direct benefit to humans.