Not a bug (likely earwax or a food crumb/residue)

Scientific Name: N/A

Order & Family: N/A

Size: Variable; usually 1mm to 5mm for small fragments.

Not a bug (likely earwax or a food crumb/residue)

Natural Habitat

Typically found on household surfaces, bedding, or tissues; often originates from human hygiene or food consumption.

Diet & Feeding

N/A

Behavior Patterns

Inert object. Does not move, reproduce, or consume resources.

Risks & Benefits

No biological risk. Can be mistaken for insect droppings (frass) or bed bug casings, causing unnecessary alarm.

Identified on: 2/24/2026