Varied Carpet Beetle
Scientific Name: Anthrenus verbasci
Order & Family: Order: Coleoptera, Family: Dermestidae
Size: 2 mm to 3 mm in length
Natural Habitat
Found indoors in homes near fabrics or animal products, and outdoors in nests or on flowers.
Diet & Feeding
Adults eat pollen and nectar; larvae feed on natural fibers like wool, silk, hair, feathers, and dried food.
Behavior Patterns
Larvae are scavengers and move slowly while feeding; adults are attracted to light and are active during the day.
Risks & Benefits
Can be a significant household pest by damaging clothing and upholstery; some people may have allergic reactions to larval hairs.
Identified on: 6/18/2026