Black Carpet Beetle

Natural Habitat

Commonly found indoors in carpets, closets, pantries, and upholstered furniture; outdoors in bird or rodent nests.

Diet & Feeding

Adults feed on pollen and nectar. Larvae feed on animal products like wool, fur, feathers, silk, hair, and dried plant materials.

Behavior Patterns

The lifecycle involves complete metamorphosis. Adults are often seen on windowsills as they are attracted to light, while larvae avoid light and hide in dark crevices.

Risks & Benefits

They are significant household pests that damage fabrics and stored foods. They do not bite humans, but larval hairs can cause allergic skin reactions in sensitive individuals.

Identified on: 6/19/2026