Bug Identifier
Bed Bug empty egg casing
Community identification

Bed Bug empty egg casing

Cimex lectularius

Order & Family
Order Hemiptera, Family Cimicidae
Size
Approximately 1mm in length.
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Natural Habitat

Human dwellings, specifically in and around beds and sleeping areas.

Diet & Feeding

Blood (exclusively mammalian, preferring human).

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal, feeds on sleeping hosts.

Risks & Benefits

Causes itchy bites, psychological distress, and potential allergic reactions.