Black Carpet Beetle

Commonly found indoors in homes, warehouses, and museums; outdoors in bird or rodent nests.

Adults eat pollen and nectar; larvae feed on animal products like wool, fur, feathers, hair, and dried food products.

Adults are attracted to light and are often found near windows. Larvae are scavengers that prefer dark, undisturbed areas. They undergo complete metamorphosis.

Potential household pest that can damage carpets, upholstery, and clothing. Larval hairs can cause allergic skin reactions (dermatitis) in some humans.