Bed Bug

Natural Habitat

Human dwellings, specifically cracked and crevices near sleeping areas such as mattresses, bed frames, and upholstered furniture

Diet & Feeding

Hematophagous (obligate blood feeders), primarily feeding on human blood during the night

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and elusive; they undergo hemimetabolous metamorphosis with five nymphal stages, requiring a blood meal to molt between each stage.

Risks & Benefits

Risks include itchy skin welts, allergic reactions, and significant psychological distress; they are not known to transmit diseases but are a major nuisance pest.

Identified on: 6/28/2026