Carpet beetle (likely varied carpet beetle)

Homes, museums, warehouses, and bird or rodent nests; larvae hide in dark, undisturbed areas such as carpets, closets, and upholstery.

Adults feed mainly on pollen and nectar. Larvae consume keratin-rich materials, including wool, fur, feathers, hides, dead insects, and natural-fiber fabrics.

Adults are attracted to light and flowers, while larvae avoid light and may remain hidden for months or years. Larval hairs and shed skins often reveal an infestation.

Larvae can damage clothing, carpets, taxidermy, and stored natural materials; their hairs may irritate sensitive skin or airways. Adults pollinate flowers, and larvae help decompose animal-derived debris.