Varied Carpet Beetle

Natural Habitat

Commonly found indoors in carpets, upholstery, woolens, and organic debris; outdoors they live on flowering plants.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae eat natural fibers such as wool, silk, feathers, and hair; adults feed on pollen and nectar.

Behavior Patterns

Adults are attracted to light and often found near windows; larvae are slow-moving and prefer dark, undisturbed areas where they can feed on organic materials.

Risks & Benefits

A major household pest that can damage textiles and stored organic products; larvae hairs can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

Identified on: 1/7/2026