All kinds of pests can make an appearance in our homes. Some are more obvious than others. For instance, it’s hard to miss a mouse scurrying across the room, or a cockroach crawling out from a toilet. But, some pests are harder to spot, and yet can still leave a significant amount of damage behind. Carpet beetles are such an example.
At the larva stage, carpet beetles love to feast on natural fabrics. Because of this, any soft furnishings or clothes, particularly those made of organic animal-based materials, can serve as a smorgasbord. Stored foods, such as grains and seeds, can be an attraction too for certain species. Once they tuck in, that’s when their presence becomes known. They leave behind holes in what they eat, much in the same way that moths do. Depending on the food source and the extent of the infestation, carpet beetles can cause no end of damage. While their diet shifts to pollen once they reach adulthood — which is why they originate from outside — they will lay eggs at this stage, which can exacerbate the problem.
