Carpet Beetle

Natural Habitat

Indoors, especially in undisturbed areas under carpets, rugs, upholstered furniture, closets, attics. Outdoors in bird nests, animal carcasses.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on natural fibers (wool, silk, leather, fur, feathers), pet hair, dead insects, lint, and some dried food products. Adults typically feed on pollen and nectar outdoors.

Behavior Patterns

Larvae are the damaging stage, often found in dark, undisturbed areas. Adults are attracted to light and may be found near windows. They undergo complete metamorphosis.

Risks & Benefits

Potential risks include damage to textiles, clothing, carpets, and museum specimens. They do not bite or transmit diseases. Benefits include their role as scavengers in nature.

Identified on: 10/2/2025