Brown Carpetted Beetle

Found in homes, museums, and historical buildings where they can find protein-rich debris

Larvae scavenge on proteinaceous materials such as wool, fur, feathers, and skin; adults feed on pollen and nectar

Larvae prefer dark, undisturbed areas; adults are often attracted to light as they try to exit buildings

Risks: Can cause significant damage to household textiles, museum specimens, and natural fibers; Benefits: In nature, they help decompose animal remains