Bug Identifier
Bed Bug
Community identification

Bed Bug

Cimex lectularius

Order & Family
Order: Hemiptera, Family: Cimicidae
Size
4 to 5 mm (adults), about the size of an apple seed.
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Natural Habitat

Typically found in cracks and crevices near sleeping areas, including bed frames, mattresses, and furniture.

Diet & Feeding

Obligate hematophages, primarily feeding on the blood of humans.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and elusive; they hide during the day and emerge at night to feed. They undergo incomplete metamorphosis (egg, nymph, adult).

Risks & Benefits

Risks include itchy bites, allergic reactions, and psychological distress. They are not known to transmit diseases but are significant domestic pests.