Masked Hunter (Nymph)

Natural Habitat

Typically found indoors in dry, dusty areas like attics, basements, and under rugs, or outdoors in tree hollows and woodpiles.

Diet & Feeding

Carnivorous predator that eats small arthropods, including bed bugs, carpet beetles, silverfish, and termites.

Behavior Patterns

Nymphs cover their bodies with dust and debris (camouflage) for protection and hunting. They move slowly and are nocturnal.

Risks & Benefits

Beneficial as a natural pest control for bed bugs and other household pests. They are not aggressive but can deliver a painful bite if handled or provoked; they do not transmit diseases.

Identified on: 2/24/2026