Black Carpet Beetle

Commonly found indoors in homes, warehouses, and locations with animal-based materials like wool, silk, or fur.

Larvae feed on animal proteins including wool, silk, hair, feathers, and dried pet food; adults primarily feed on pollen and nectar.

Infamous for being a general household pest; they are most active during the spring and summer and can be found near windows as they are attracted to light.

The larvae can cause significant damage to fabrics, clothing, and upholstery; their hairs can also cause 'carpet beetle dermatitis' in sensitive individuals.