Carpet beetle larva (likely varied carpet beetle)

Indoors in carpets, upholstery, closets, and lint accumulations; larvae favor dark, undisturbed areas. Adults occur outdoors on flowers and windowsills.

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

Larvae are slow-moving, hairy, and often leave cast skins as they develop; they can persist for months or longer. Adults are active fliers and commonly enter buildings through windows.

Larvae can damage woolens, clothing, carpets, and museum specimens; their hairs may irritate skin or airways in sensitive people. They also recycle animal remains and other organic debris.