Bed Bug

Natural Habitat

Dwellings where humans sleep or rest, including mattresses, bed frames, cracks and crevices in furniture, and behind baseboards.

Diet & Feeding

Strictly hematophagous (blood-feeding), primarily on human blood, usually taken at night.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal, hiding in dark, secluded areas during the day. They go through five nymphal stages, requiring a blood meal to molt between each stage.

Risks & Benefits

Risks include itchy skin rashes, psychological distress, and allergic reactions. While they are not known to transmit diseases, their presence causes significant nuisance and infestation issues. They offer no common benefits to the ecosystem.

Identified on: 7/1/2026