Bed Bug (nymph/egg case remnant)
Scientific Name: Cimex lectularius
Order & Family: Order: Hemiptera, Family: Cimicidae
Size: 1mm to 7mm (nymphs are smaller and more translucent/amber than adults)
Natural Habitat
Found in human dwellings, typically hidden in mattress seams, bed frames, and furniture cracks near sleeping areas.
Diet & Feeding
Obligate hematophagous, meaning they feed exclusively on the blood of warm-blooded animals, primarily humans.
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal and elusive; they use CO2 and body heat to locate hosts. They undergo incomplete metamorphosis (egg, five nymphal stages, and adult).
Risks & Benefits
Risks include skin rashes, psychological distress, and allergic reactions to bites. They do not transmit diseases but are a significant pest nuisance.
Identified on: 3/5/2026