Black carpet beetle (adult)

Homes, warehouses, and other buildings; adults may also occur outdoors on flowers.

Larvae feed on wool, fur, feathers, dead insects, and other animal-based materials; adults often feed on pollen and nectar.

The small, oval, dark adult is commonly found near windows. Larvae develop in secluded, undisturbed areas and may damage stored natural-fiber materials.

Harmless to people and pets; larvae can damage clothing, carpets, and stored goods. Adults are pollinators.