Re: what's this??

Dear Marc,

It appears to be a dermestid beetle larva. Dermestid beetles are also known as
carpet beetles. There are many species, and most feed on dead organic matter
such as spider exoskeletons, pet hair, wool and cotton fibers. They go through
several larval stages wandering about the house in search of food for sometimes
three quarters of a year before they pupate and try to find their way back
outside to find a mate. I couldn't tell you what species you have. And where
ther is one...

John Racette