Carpet Beetle Larva (likely)

Natural Habitat

Found indoors in homes, typically in carpets, closets, drawers, and near natural fibers like wool or silk. In nature, they live in bird nests and animal dens.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on natural fibers (wool, silk, fur), dead insects, pet dander, feathers, and dry food products.

Behavior Patterns

They prefer dark, secluded areas and are often found under baseboards or furniture. The larvae are the damaging stage, while adults feed on pollen outdoors and are harmless to fabrics.

Risks & Benefits

They do not bite or sting humans, but the prickly hairs on the larvae can cause allergic skin reactions (dermatitis) in some people. They are a pest because they can damage clothing, carpets, and upholstery.

Identified on: 2/8/2026