Bed Bug (Nymph)

Found indoors in residential and commercial settings, concentrated in cracks and crevices near sleeping areas, such as mattress seams, bed frames, and baseboards.

Obligate hematophages; they feed exclusively on the blood of warm-blooded animals, primarily humans, typically at night.

Nocturnal and elusive; they undergo five nymphal stages, requiring a blood meal to molt into each successive stage. They are prolific breeders and can survive for months without feeding.

Risks include itchy skin welts, allergic reactions, and psychological distress/insomnia. While they do not transmit diseases, they are significant domestic pests that require professional eradication.