Bed Bug (Nymph)

Domestic environments, specifically in proximity to sleeping areas such as mattresses, bed frames, and floorboards.

Obligate hematophagous (blood-fed), primarily targeting humans but also feeding on other warm-blooded animals.

Nocturnal and elusive; they hide in cracks and crevices during the day and emerge at night to feed. They undergo five nymphal stages, requiring a blood meal between each molt.

Risks include itchy red welts, allergic reactions, and psychological distress; they are not known vectors of disease. There are no ecological benefits in human habitations; they are considered significant pests.