Common Bed Bug

Found exclusively in human dwellings, nesting in mattresses, box springs, and crevices near beds.

Obligate hematophage, feeding entirely on the blood of humans and other warm-blooded animals.

Nocturnal and highly secretive, emerging primarily at night to pierce skin and feed before retreating to dark hiding spots.

Causes itchy, irritating bites and psychological distress, but does not transmit infectious diseases to humans.