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Likely bed bug (crushed specimen)
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Likely bed bug (crushed specimen)

Cimex lectularius

Order & Family
Hemiptera; Cimicidae
Size
Adults are about 4–7 mm long; nymphs are smaller and pale. The image appears to show a crushed individual, making size and features difficult to assess.
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Natural Habitat

Bedrooms and other indoor areas, especially mattress seams, bed frames, upholstered furniture, and wall cracks.

Diet & Feeding

Feeds primarily on blood, usually from humans and occasionally other warm-blooded animals. It is wingless and feeds at night.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal, hiding in crevices during daylight; females lay eggs in sheltered locations, and several immature stages occur before adulthood. Infestations spread through luggage, clothing, furniture, and adjacent rooms.

Risks & Benefits

Bites can cause itching, inflammation, and allergic reactions, but bed bugs are not established vectors of disease. They provide little meaningful ecological benefit indoors; confirm identification with a clear specimen or pest professional.