Bed Bug

Found globally within human dwellings, particularly in cracks, crevices, mattresses, and bed frames near sleeping areas.

Obligate hematophages; they feed exclusively on the blood of warm-blooded animals, primarily humans.

Mainly nocturnal; they emerge at night to feed and hide during the day. They go through five nymphal stages, requiring a blood meal to molt at each stage.

Risks include itchy bites, allergic reactions, and psychological distress. While they carry pathogens, they are not known to transmit diseases to humans. There are no known ecological benefits.