Bed Bug

Found indoors, primarily within human living quarters such as mattresses, bed frames, furniture, and wall cracks.

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

Nocturnal and elusive, staying hidden during the day. They go through five nymphal stages, requiring a blood meal between each molt before reaching adulthood.

Significant risk of itchy red bites and potential allergic reactions; they cause psychological distress and can lead to secondary skin infections. They offer no ecological benefits to human environments.