Carpet Beetle

Indoor environments such as homes, warehouses, and museums, often found in carpets, upholstery, and stored grains.

Larvae feed on natural fibers including wool, silk, fur, feathers, and dead insects; adults primarily feed on pollen and nectar.

Adults are attracted to light and are often found near windows; the larval stage is the most destructive, actively seeking out organic materials to consume while hiding in dark locations.

They are a significant indoor pest that can damage textiles and stored products; the larval hairs can cause allergic reactions ('beetle dermatitis') in some people, though they do not bite humans.