Masked Hunter (Nymph)

Commonly found in buildings, houses, and gardens searching for prey

Carnivorous predator of other insects including bed bugs, carpet beetles, flies, and silverfish

Nymphs secrete a sticky substance to camouflage themselves by collecting dust, lint, and sand (known as 'masking'). They are nocturnal hunters.

Benefits the ecosystem and homes by controlling pest populations; however, they can deliver a very painful bite if handled or provoked, though they do not transmit disease.