Common Bed Bug

Domestic environments, specifically sleeping areas such as mattresses, bed frames, and floorboard crevices.

Obligate hematophage, primarily feeding on human blood during the night.

Nocturnal and elusive; they hide in dark crevices during the day and are attracted to the carbon dioxide and warmth produced by sleeping hosts.

Can cause itchy, red welts and psychological distress from infestations; they are not known to transmit diseases but can trigger allergic reactions.