Unknown / Carpet Beetle (most likely candidate)
Scientific Name: Anthrenus verbasci (typically)
Order & Family: Order: Coleoptera, Family: Dermestidae
Size: 1.7 to 3.5 mm in length
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
Identified on: 2/9/2026