Bug Identifier
Bed Bug (Egg or Nymph Stage)
Community identification

Bed Bug (Egg or Nymph Stage)

Cimex lectularius

Order & Family
Hemiptera: Cimicidae
Size
Eggs are approximately 1 mm long; nymphs range from 1.5 mm to 4.5 mm.
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Natural Habitat

Found in human dwellings, typically hidden in mattress seams, bed frames, and furniture near sleeping areas.

Diet & Feeding

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

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and elusive; they emerge at night to feed and hide in cracks and crevices during the day. They undergo incomplete metamorphosis with five nymphal stages.

Risks & Benefits

They are major indoor pests that cause itchy welts and psychological distress. While not known to transmit diseases, heavy infestations can lead to anemia or secondary skin infections.