Carpet Beetle (Larva/Shed Skin)

Found indoors in carpets, upholstery, closets, and baseboards where organic debris accumulates.

Scavengers that consume natural fibers such as wool, silk, feathers, fur, and dried food products.

Larvae avoid light and prefer dark, undisturbed areas. They undergo several molts, leaving behind the brownish, translucent shed skins visible in macro photos.

They do not bite or spread disease, but their bristly hairs can cause allergic skin reactions (dermatitis) in some individuals. They are significant household pests that damage textiles.