Non-insect debris (likely hardened sebum plug or dead skin)
Scientific Name: N/A (Biological debris)
Order & Family: N/A
Size: Typically 1-3 mm
Natural Habitat
Found on human scalp, skin pores, or hair follicles
Diet & Feeding
N/A (Not a living organism)
Behavior Patterns
This is likely a sebum plug (keratin and oil) expelled from a pore or follicle, not an insect. It does not move or behave.
Risks & Benefits
Generally harmless; indicates routine shedding of skin oils and cells. Often mistaken for parasites or larvae due to the elongated shape.
Identified on: 2/7/2026