Bug Identifier
Bed Bug (nymph/egg case remnant)
Community identification

Bed Bug (nymph/egg case remnant)

Cimex lectularius

Order & Family
Order: Hemiptera, Family: Cimicidae
Size
1mm to 7mm (nymphs are smaller and more translucent/amber than adults)
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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.