Carpet beetle (likely a larva)

Indoors, commonly found on carpets, woolens, furs, stuffed animals, stored food products, and in museum collections. Outdoors, they can be found in bird nests, animal carcasses, and dried plant material.

Larvae feed on a variety of animal and plant products, including natural fibers (wool, silk, fur, feathers), dried food products (grains, cereals, pet food), and insect collections.

Carpet beetle larvae are typically slow-moving and prefer dark, undisturbed areas. They molt several times, leaving behind shed skins. Adult carpet beetles are often attracted to light and feed on pollen and nectar outdoors, but lay their eggs indoors on suitable food sources.

Potential risks include damage to textiles, clothing, carpets, and stored food. They are not known to bite humans or transmit diseases. While they can be pests indoors, some species contribute to decomposition in natural environments.