Bug Identifier
Unknown / Carpet Beetle (most likely candidate)
Community identification

Unknown / Carpet Beetle (most likely candidate)

Anthrenus verbasci (typically)

Order & Family
Order: Coleoptera, Family: Dermestidae
Size
1.7 to 3.5 mm in length
See this bug in the Encyclopedia

Natural Habitat

Often found indoors on walls, windowsills, and carpets; outdoors on flowers

Diet & Feeding

Larvae feed on natural fibers (wool, silk, fur), dead insects, and dry food products; adults feed on pollen and nectar

Behavior Patterns

Adults fly toward light sources (like windows); larvae prefer dark, undisturbed areas where they can feed on organic material

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to humans but larvae can cause significant damage to clothing, carpets, and stored dry goods; can trigger dermatitis in sensitive individuals