Bed Bug

Natural Habitat

Found globally indoors, specifically in close proximity to human sleeping areas such as mattresses, bed frames, and floorboards.

Diet & Feeding

Strictly hematophagous, meaning they feed exclusively on the blood of warm-blooded animals, primarily humans.

Behavior Patterns

Mainly nocturnal; they hide in dark crevices during the day and emerge at night to feed. They undergo incomplete metamorphosis (egg, nymph, adult).

Risks & Benefits

Risks include itchy skin welts, allergic reactions, and psychological distress/insomnia. They are not known to transmit diseases to humans but are considered a significant pest requiring professional eradication.

Identified on: 4/16/2026