Bed Bug

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

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

Mainly nocturnal; they emerge at night to feed and hide during the day. They go through several nymphal stages, requiring a blood meal to molt into each successive stage.

While not known to transmit diseases, their bites can cause allergic reactions, skin rashes, and psychological distress. They are significant household pests that require professional eradication.