Bed Bug

Natural Habitat

Found in human dwellings, typically hidden in cracks, crevices, mattress seams, and bed frames near sleeping areas.

Diet & Feeding

Obligate hematophages, feeding exclusively on the blood of warm-blooded animals, primarily humans.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and elusive. They are attracted to carbon dioxide and body heat. After feeding, they retreat to dark hiding spots to digest and reproduce; they do not fly or jump.

Risks & Benefits

Risks include itchy skin rashes, psychological distress, and allergic reactions. While not known to transmit diseases to humans, they are a significant household pest. There are no known ecological benefits to their presence in human environments.

Identified on: 1/12/2026