
Community identification
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.
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.