I just found these things on my bed, they're kind of scary, what are they?

 

Imagine this: You walk into your room, ready to relax, when you stumble upon strange reddish-brown objects on your bed. You pick them up—small, capsule-shaped, shiny, and unfamiliar. Immediately, unease sets in. Are they insect eggs? Strange seeds? Medicine? Or something more serious?

This is exactly what happened in the photo above. Three mysterious reddish-brown objects were discovered in a person's palm after being found on a bed. Let's explore some possible explanations for what these objects might be.

Possible identifications:

1. Capsules (supplements or medications)

The shape and color are reminiscent of common softgels, such as those containing fish oil, vitamin E, or krill oil supplements. They fall easily and can slip into bedding unnoticed. If you or someone you know takes supplements, check for a possible match.

2. Seeds: Less likely, but some seeds—like those of pomegranates or dates—can have a smooth, dark appearance. However, seeds generally have a more fibrous or matte texture, unlike the shiny, gelatinous surface seen here.

3. Insect exuviae or excrement?

It's a common fear: thinking it's something insect-related. Fortunately, these objects don't resemble insect eggs, larvae, or droppings. Most insect eggs are white or translucent and irregularly shaped. Here, the objects are too uniform and polished to be insect matter.

4. Edible candies or pearls

Some candies or food decorations used in baking may look like this. However, the likelihood of them suddenly appearing on a bed of food is very low.

 

Provisions

 

What to do?

 

Check any supplements or medications nearby. Look for fallen capsules or open boxes.

Ask the other members of the household. Someone may have dropped something without realizing it.

 

Do not consume them. Even if they look like vitamins, never ingest an unknown substance.

 

Clean the bed thoroughly. If you're still unsure, wash the sheets and vacuum the affected area.

Final thought

Finding something unfamiliar can be unsettling, but not everything that's foreign is dangerous. In this case, everything suggests that these are harmless items—probably capsules that fell accidentally. If you're still unsure and they don't match anything you have at home, you can keep a sample and ask a pharmacist for advice.

Have you ever found anything strange like this? Tell us about it—sometimes the weirdest discoveries have the simplest explanations.