Bug Identifier
Likely a carpet beetle larva (or shed larval skin)
Community identification

Likely a carpet beetle larva (or shed larval skin)

Anthrenus sp. (likely; exact species cannot be determined from this image)

Order & Family
Coleoptera; Dermestidae
Size
Larvae are typically about 3–5 mm long.
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Natural Habitat

Indoors, especially carpets, closets, and stored natural-fiber materials; larvae hide in dark, undisturbed areas.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on wool, feathers, fur, lint, dead insects, and other animal-derived materials; adults mainly feed on pollen outdoors.

Behavior Patterns

Larvae are slow-moving and often leave bristly shed skins as they molt. Adults may enter homes from outside and lay eggs near food sources.

Risks & Benefits

Do not bite or spread disease, but larvae can damage fabrics and stored items; their hairs may irritate sensitive skin.