Carpet Beetle (Varied or Black Carpet Beetle larva/adult)

Indoors within carpets, rugs, upholstered furniture, clothing, and dark secluded spaces, as well as outdoors in bird/mammal nests or on flowers.

Larvae feed on animal-based organic materials like wool, silk, feathers, fur, dead insects, and pet hair; adults feed primarily on flower pollen and nectar.

Larvae prefer dark, undisturbed locations where natural fibers accumulate. Adults are attracted to light and often fly near windows to exit or enter structures.

Non-hazardous to human health as they do not bite or transmit disease; however, larvae cause domestic damage to fabrics, carpets, and natural textile items, and their shedding hairs may cause mild allergic reactions or skin irritation in sensitive individuals.