Carpet Beetle Larva

Indoor environments like homes, warehouses, and museums where natural fibers or dried animal products are present.

Larvae feed on natural fibers like wool, silk, feathers, hair, and fur, as well as dried food products and pet dander.

Larvae are slow-moving and often crawl away from light (photophobic), hiding in dark crevices, under rugs, or inside upholstery during their development.

Risks include significant damage to household textiles, clothing, and carpets; some people may also experience allergic reactions (dermatitis) to their shed hairs. They offer no significant benefits to human environments.