Bed Bug (Nymph)

Human dwellings, specifically cracks and crevices near sleeping areas such as mattresses, bed frames, and headboards.

Obligate hematophages; they feed exclusively on the blood of warm-blooded animals, primarily humans. The reddish color in the image indicates a recent blood meal.

Nocturnal and elusive. They undergo hemimetabolous metamorphosis (egg, nymph, adult). Nymphs must have a blood meal to molt into the next stage.

Risks include itchy skin rashes, psychological distress, and allergic reactions. They are not known to transmit diseases to humans. There are no ecological benefits in a domestic human setting.