Carpet beetle larva (likely varied carpet beetle)

Indoors near carpets, upholstery, closets, stored textiles, and window sills; larvae favor dark, undisturbed areas.

Larvae consume keratin-rich materials such as wool, fur, feathers, hair, and dead insects. Adults mainly feed on pollen and nectar.

Larvae crawl slowly and may shed bristly skins; they can persist unnoticed in fabric, lint, or pet-hair accumulations. Adults often appear near windows and are attracted to light.

Larvae can damage natural-fiber clothing, rugs, and museum specimens, while their hairs may irritate sensitive skin. Adults are harmless and contribute to decomposition and pollination.