Carpet Beetle Larva (Shed Skin/Remains)

Indoor environments, specifically within carpets, upholstery, closets, and baseboards where organic debris accumulates.

Natural fibers and animal by-products including wool, silk, feathers, fur, hair, and dried food products.

Larvae prefer dark, undisturbed areas and undergo multiple molts, leaving behind thin, papery, bristly shed skins like the one pictured. They are scavengers that move slowly while feeding.

Known as a significant household pest that can damage textiles and clothing. Some individuals may experience 'carpet beetle dermatitis,' an allergic reaction to the larval hairs (setae) which can cause itchy, red bumps on the skin.