Bed bug leg

Human dwellings, primarily beds, upholstered furniture, and cracks/crevices near sleeping areas.

Obligate hematophagous (blood-feeding) on humans and other warm-blooded animals.

Nocturnal parasites that hide during the day. This image shows a detached limb, likely from mechanical crushing or grooming; they undergo incomplete metamorphosis through five nymphal stages.

Risks include itchy welts, allergic reactions, psychological distress, and potential secondary skin infections; they are not known to transmit diseases to humans but are a significant pest infestation issue.