Bed Bug (Crushed)
Scientific Name: Cimex lectularius
Order & Family: Order: Hemiptera, Family: Cimicidae
Size: Approximately 4 to 5 mm in length for adults; smaller for nymphs.
Natural Habitat
Commonly found in human dwellings, specifically in cracks and crevices near sleeping areas like mattresses, bed frames, and headboards.
Diet & Feeding
Obligate hematophages; they feed exclusively on the blood of warm-blooded animals, primarily humans.
Behavior Patterns
Mainly nocturnal; they emerge from hiding at night to feed. They undergo incomplete metamorphosis with five nymphal stages, each requiring a blood meal to molt.
Risks & Benefits
Risks include itchy skin rashes, psychological distress, and potential allergic reactions. They are not known to transmit diseases to humans. There are no ecological benefits to their presence in human environments.
Identified on: 2/16/2026