Carpet Beetle

Found indoors in homes, warehouses, and museums; larvae often live in carpets, clothing, and upholstery.

Larvae eat natural fibers (wool, silk, feathers) and dried food; adults feed on pollen and nectar.

Larvae are scavengers and avoid light; adults are attracted to light and often found near windows. They undergo complete metamorphosis.

Benefits the ecosystem by decomposing organic matter; larvae can cause significant damage to household fabrics and may cause allergic reactions or skin irritation in some people.