Carpet beetle (likely Black Carpet Beetle)

Indoors, larvae are found in dark, undisturbed areas like under carpets, in closets, ventilation ducts, and behind baseboards. Outdoors, they can be found in bird nests, animal nests, and around flowering plants.

Larvae feed on a variety of animal and plant products, including wool, silk, feathers, leather, furs, pet hair, dried meats, museum specimens, and pantry items. Adults feed on pollen and nectar.

Carpet beetle larvae stay hidden in dark, undisturbed areas, feeding on organic materials. The adult beetles are attracted to light and often found near windows.

Risks: Can cause significant damage to household goods and stored products containing animal fibers. They are considered household pests. Benefits: Outdoors, they play a minor role as scavengers.