Carpet Beetle Larva

Natural Habitat

Found indoors in dark areas such as under furniture, in closets, or within baseboards where dust, hair, and lint accumulate.

Diet & Feeding

Scavengers that feed on organic materials including pet hair, wool, silk, feathers, dead insects, and lint.

Behavior Patterns

Larvae are slow-moving and prefer dark environments; they undergo multiple molts, leaving behind thin, papery brown skins as they grow into adults.

Risks & Benefits

They are nuisance pests that can damage natural fiber fabrics and upholstery; their hairs may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

Identified on: 6/30/2026