Dermestidae, commonly known as dermestid beetles or skin beetles, are a family of insects belonging to the order Coleoptera. They are small to medium-sized beetles, typically measuring between 2 to 12 millimeters in length. Dermestidae are known for their scavenging habits, feeding on a variety of organic materials such as dead animals, dried meat, feathers, and even museum specimens. Some species within this family are considered pests as they can infest stored food products and damage natural history collections.