Bed bug

Natural Habitat

Primarily human dwellings (beds, mattresses, cracks in walls, furniture), hotel rooms, public transportation.

Diet & Feeding

Exclusively blood of warm-blooded animals, primarily humans.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal feeders, hide in crevices during the day. Attracted to CO2 and body heat. Can live for several months without feeding. Females lay 1-5 eggs per day.

Risks & Benefits

Potential risks: Itching and skin irritation from bites, secondary skin infections due to scratching, allergic reactions, and significant psychological distress and sleep deprivation. They are not known to transmit diseases to humans. No known benefits.

Identified on: 11/3/2025