Do carpet beetle larvae eat latex mattresses?

I've just discovered that the little caterpillars in our house are carpet beetle larvae. Are they likely to live inside and damage a latex mattress?Do carpet beetle larvae eat latex mattresses?
yes............................


carpet beetles are scavengers that feed on dry animal or plant material such as skin or pollen, animal hair, feathers, dead insects and natural fibers.


These beetles are can cause millions of dollars in damage to natural fibers in homes and to major businesses.


These beetles are attracted to soiled fabrics and crevices where dead insects may serve as a food source.

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