Carpet Beetle (Varied or Black)

Indoor environments such as carpets, upholstery, and closets; outdoors on flowers

Adults feed on pollen and nectar. Larvae feed on natural fibers, wool, silk, hair, feathers, and dried food products.

Larvae are scavengers that prefer dark, undisturbed areas. Adults are attracted to light and are often found near windows during spring.

Potential household pest that can damage textiles and stored goods. Larval hairs can cause allergic reactions (dermatitis) in some individuals.