The Carpet Beetle (IMAGE) California Academy of Sciences Caption A common arthropod scientists encounter in the home: the carpet beetle. Credit © Matt Bertone and North Carolina State University Usage Restrictions Photos are available for editorial use but must be credited to: © Matt Bertone and North Carolina State University License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.