Carpet Beetle Larva

Natural Habitat

Found indoors in carpets, upholstery, closets, and bird nests; outdoors in pollen-rich gardens.

Diet & Feeding

Feeds on natural animal fibers like wool, silk, fur, feathers, and dead insects; does not eat synthetic fabrics.

Behavior Patterns

Slow-moving and avoids light; they undergo complete metamorphosis and can take 1 to 3 years to reach adulthood depending on conditions.

Risks & Benefits

Can cause significant damage to household textiles and museum specimens; their bristly hairs can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in humans.

Identified on: 6/9/2026