Carpet beetle (likely varied carpet beetle)

Homes, especially carpets, upholstery, closets, and areas containing natural fibers; adults also visit flowers outdoors.

Larvae consume wool, fur, feathers, silk, hair, and dead insects. Adults mainly feed on pollen and nectar.

Larvae are slow-moving, bristly, and avoid light; they may persist in undisturbed areas for months. Adults emerge in spring or summer and reproduce indoors or outdoors.

Larvae can damage textiles and may cause itchy skin reactions from shed hairs. They recycle animal-based organic matter, while adults pollinate flowers.