Carpet Beetle Larva (most likely)

Natural Habitat

Indoors, especially in undisturbed areas with animal products (wool, fur, feathers, silk), dried foods, dead insects. Also found outdoors in nests of birds and mammals.

Diet & Feeding

Keratin-based materials (wool, fur, feathers, silk, leather), dried animal remains, dried pet food, cereal products, museum specimens, dead insects.

Behavior Patterns

Larvae are the damaging stage, often found crawling slowly in dark, protected areas. They shed their skins multiple times as they grow. Adults are typically attracted to light and flowers (feeding on pollen and nectar).

Risks & Benefits

Risks: Can cause significant damage to textiles, carpets, clothing, furs, and stored food products. Can also cause allergic reactions in some individuals due to their hairs. Benefits: Act as scavengers in nature, breaking down organic materials, but primarily considered pests in human environments.

Identified on: 10/4/2025