Bed Bug

Natural Habitat

Indoor environments, specifically in cracks and crevices near human sleeping areas like mattresses, bed frames, and headboards

Diet & Feeding

Obligate hematophages, meaning 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. They undergo incomplete metamorphosis (egg, nymph, adult) and require a blood meal to molt

Risks & Benefits

Risks include itchy skin welts, allergic reactions, and psychological distress. They are not known to transmit diseases to humans. There are no known ecological benefits to their presence in human dwellings

Identified on: 1/10/2026