Carpet Beetle

Indoor environments such as homes, warehouses, and museums; outdoors in bird nests or on flowering plants.

Larvae eat organic fibers like wool, silk, hair, and feathers; adults primarily feed on pollen and nectar.

Larvae prefer dark, undisturbed areas; adults are attracted to light and are often found near windows. They undergo a complete metamorphosis.

Risks: Can cause significant damage to household textiles and belongings. Benefits: In nature, they act as scavengers that break down hair and feathers.