Bed Bug Nymph

Indoor environments, specifically cracks, crevices, furniture, mattresses, and bedding near human sleep areas.

Obligate hematophagous (feeds exclusively on the blood of vertebrates, primarily humans).

Thigmotactic (prefers tight spaces) and primarily nocturnal. They undergo five nymphal stages, requiring a blood meal to molt into the next stage.

Risks include skin irritation, allergic reactions, and psychological distress. While they carry pathogens, they are not known vectors of disease in humans. No known ecological benefits in domestic settings.