Carpet Beetle

Natural Habitat

Indoors within carpets, upholstered furniture, and closets; outdoors on flowering plants.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on natural fibers like wool, silk, feathers, and dead organic matter; adults feed on pollen and nectar.

Behavior Patterns

Larvae are scavengers that hide in dark areas and avoid light, while adults typically fly toward light and seek out flowering plants.

Risks & Benefits

Larvae can cause significant damage to household textiles and personal belongings; they do not bite humans, but their hairs can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some individuals.

Identified on: 5/25/2026