Bed bug egg
Scientific Name: Cimex lectularius
Order & Family: Order: Hemiptera, Family: Cimicidae
Size: Approximately 1 mm (similar to a grain of salt or two grains of sugar).
Natural Habitat
Typically found in human dwellings, hidden in cracks, crevices, mattress seams, and upholstery.
Diet & Feeding
The egg itself does not feed. The emerging nymph feeds on the blood of humans and other warm-blooded animals.
Behavior Patterns
Eggs are laid individually or in clusters, glued to surfaces with a sticky substance. They hatch in about 6 to 10 days depending on temperature.
Risks & Benefits
Risk: Indicates an active infestation. Bed bugs cause itching, red welts, and potential allergic reactions from bites. No ecological benefits within a human home environment.
Identified on: 1/9/2026