Bed Bug

Natural Habitat

Found globally in human dwellings, typically hiding in cracks, crevices, mattresses, bed frames, and upholstered furniture.

Diet & Feeding

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

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and elusive; they emerge at night to feed and are attracted by carbon dioxide and body heat. They undergo incomplete metamorphosis (egg, nymph, adult).

Risks & Benefits

Risks include itchy skin welts, allergic reactions, and psychological distress/insomnia. They are not known to transmit diseases to humans but cause significant economic burden through infestations.

Identified on: 4/19/2026