Carpet Beetle

Commonly found indoors in carpets, upholstery, closets, and floor vents; outdoors on flowers and in bird nests.

Larvae feed on natural animal fibers like wool, silk, feathers, and hair, as well as dead insects; adults feed on pollen and nectar.

Larvae are scavengers that prefer dark, undisturbed areas. Adults are attracted to light and often found near windows during spring.

They are major pests that can damage clothing, carpets, and textiles. Their hairs (larvae) can cause allergic reactions in some people, but they do not bite or transmit disease.