Need tiny hard-shelled bug id (3 Viewers)

[jeen1965]

My aunt has been finding a few of these tiny-(much smaller than a ladybug) beetle shell type bug. This one might be a little bit crushed. Can you tell me what type of bug it is so we can see if it is a problem for her? thanks

 

[Jim M.]

I assume the location is Massachusetts? Hard to be sure from the photo, but likely a Dermestid beetle (family Dermistidae), possibly genus Anthrenus or Attagenus. These are referred to as "carpet beetles" and commonly found inside houses; they don't bite and feed on detritus. Not a bedbug if that's what you are worried about.

 

[jeen1965]

Yes, Massachusetts . I knew it wasn't a bedbug but just wanted to make sure it wasn't some other infestation problem. Now that we know how to deal with it. Thanks for the help! Much appreciated!

 

[Andy Adcock]

Can you be clearer, these are being found indoors?

If outdoors, there are genus of Ladybirds which look similar to this.