
Community identification
Likely bed bug (possibly crushed or engorged)
Cimex lectularius
- Order & Family
- Hemiptera; Cimicidae
- Size
- Adults are about 4–7 mm long.
Natural Habitat
Hides in mattress seams, bed frames, furniture, and other cracks near sleeping areas.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on blood, usually from humans, and typically feeds at night.
Behavior Patterns
Flat, oval, wingless insects that hide by day; infestations spread through luggage, clothing, and used furniture.
Risks & Benefits
Bites can cause itchy skin reactions and infestations are difficult to eliminate; bed bugs are not known to transmit human diseases. The photo alone cannot confirm identification.