Carpet Beetle Larva

Found indoors in homes, warehouses, and museums, often in dark, undisturbed areas such as under baseboards, in closets, or within upholstery.

Scavengers that feed on dry animal products including wool, silk, leather, fur, pet hair, and feathers, as well as dried plant materials.

Larvae are slow-moving and avoid light. They undergo several molts, leaving behind characteristic hollow, bristly shed skins (exuviae).

Considered a household pest as they can cause significant damage to fabrics, clothing, and carpets. Some people may experience 'carpet beetle dermatitis,' an allergic skin reaction to the larvae's tiny hairs (hastisetae).