Community identification
Carpet beetle larva (likely)
Anthrenus sp. (tentative; the insect itself is not clearly visible)
- Order & Family
- Coleoptera, Dermestidae
- Size
- Larvae are usually about 3–6 mm long; adults are about 2–4 mm.
Natural Habitat
Carpet and upholstery fibers, closets, stored textiles, and nests where lint, hair, or dead insects collect.
Diet & Feeding
Larvae feed on animal-based materials such as wool, hair, feathers, and hides; adults mainly feed on pollen and nectar.
Behavior Patterns
Larvae are slow-moving and often leave shed bristly skins; adults are small, rounded beetles that may enter homes from outdoors.
Risks & Benefits
Larvae can damage natural-fiber fabrics. Their hairs may irritate skin, but they do not bite or spread disease; adults help pollinate plants.