Bug Identifier
Bed Bug (Fragment/Head)
Community identification

Bed Bug (Fragment/Head)

Cimex lectularius

Order & Family
Order: Hemiptera, Family: Cimicidae
Size
Common adults are 5-7 mm; this fragment appears much smaller, likely 1-2 mm.
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Natural Habitat

Found primarily in human dwellings, hidden in cracks, crevices, mattresses, box springs, and headboards near sleeping areas.

Diet & Feeding

Hematophagous (feeds exclusively on blood), preferring human blood but will feed on other warm-blooded animals.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and cryptic; they hide during the day in tight spaces and emerge at night to feed. They are attracted to CO2 and body heat.

Risks & Benefits

Risks: Bed bugs cause itchy bites, allergic reactions, anxiety, and insomnia. They are a significant nuisance pest but are not known to transmit diseases.