Community identification
Carpet beetle larva (likely)
Anthrenus sp. (uncertain from the blurry image)
- Order & Family
- Coleoptera, Dermestidae
- Size
- Typically 3–6 mm long.
Natural Habitat
Indoors, especially carpets, closets, upholstered furniture, and places where lint or dead insects accumulate.
Diet & Feeding
Larvae feed on wool, fur, feathers, silk, and other keratin-rich materials; adults mainly feed on pollen and nectar.
Behavior Patterns
The small, oval, dark, bristly appearance is consistent with a carpet beetle larva. Larvae hide in undisturbed areas and may shed noticeable bristly skins.
Risks & Benefits
They do not bite, but larvae can damage natural-fiber items; their hairs may irritate sensitive skin. Adults can contribute to pollination.