Bug Identifier
Bed Bug
Community identification

Bed Bug

Cimex lectularius

Order & Family
Hemiptera: Cimicidae
Size
4 to 5 mm (adult size)
See this bug in the Encyclopedia

Natural Habitat

Commonly found in residential and hospitality environments, specifically in mattress seams, bed frames, and furniture crevices.

Diet & Feeding

Obligate hematophagy; they feed exclusively on the blood of warm-blooded animals, primarily humans.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal parasites that hide during the day and emerge at night to feed. Bites often appear in a linear or clustered pattern known as 'breakfast, lunch, and dinner'.

Risks & Benefits

While not known to transmit diseases, their bites cause intense itching, allergic reactions, and significant psychological distress; they are considered a major urban pest.