Carpet beetle

Natural Habitat

Indoors, commonly found in homes, museums, and warehouses; outdoors in nests of birds and insects.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on natural fibers such as wool, silk, fur, feathers, and dried animal products. Adults feed on pollen and nectar.

Behavior Patterns

Larvae are the damaging stage, often found in dark, undisturbed areas. Adults are attracted to light and may be seen near windows. They undergo complete metamorphosis.

Risks & Benefits

Risks include damage to carpets, clothing, museum specimens, and stored foods. They do not bite or sting humans. In nature, they are detritivores, aiding in decomposition.

Identified on: 9/5/2025