Carpet Beetle

Found indoors in homes, warehouses, and museums, often in carpets, upholstery, libraries, or near dried organic material.

Larvae feed on natural animal fibers like wool, silk, hair, and feathers; adults primarily feed on flower pollen and nectar.

Larvae prefer dark, undisturbed areas to feed. Adults are attracted to light and are often found on windowsills in the spring. They undergo complete metamorphosis.

They are a household pest that can damage textiles, clothing, and insect collections. Their larval hairs can cause allergic reactions or skin irritation in some humans.