Bed Bug

Found globally in human dwellings, typically hiding in mattress seams, bed frames, cracks in walls, and furniture near sleeping areas.

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

Nocturnal and elusive; they emerge at night to feed and return to hiding during the day. They go through five nymphal stages, requiring a blood meal to molt at each stage.

No known nutritional or ecological benefits to humans. Risks include itchy skin rashes, psychological distress (anxiety/insomnia), and allergic reactions. While they harbor pathogens, they are not known to transmit diseases to humans.