Carpet beetle larva (likely varied carpet beetle)

Homes, especially carpets, upholstered furniture, closets, and stored natural-fiber materials. Larvae prefer dark, undisturbed areas.

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

Larvae are slow-moving and covered with tiny hairs; they molt repeatedly and may leave shed skins. Adults often appear near windows and flowering plants.

Larvae can damage textiles and may cause skin irritation from their hairs. They recycle animal-derived debris, while adults contribute modestly to pollination.