Common Bed Bug (nymph)

Domestic environments, specifically in proximity to sleeping areas such as mattresses, bed frames, and wall crevices.

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

Nocturnal and elusive; they undergo five nymphal stages (instars) requiring a blood meal to molt at each stage. They use heat and carbon dioxide sensors to find hosts.

Significant pests that cause itchy welts, allergic reactions, and psychological distress. They do not currently have a known role in transmitting diseases to humans but are difficult to eradicate once established.