Bed Bug

Natural Habitat

Found globally in human dwellings, typically hiding in mattress seams, bed frames, cracks, and crevices near sleeping areas.

Diet & Feeding

Obligate hematophages; they feed exclusively on the blood of warm-blooded animals, primarily humans.

Behavior Patterns

Mainly nocturnal and elusive. They undergo incomplete metamorphosis (egg, nymph, adult) and require a blood meal to transition between each developmental stage.

Risks & Benefits

Risks include itchy skin rashes, psychological distress, and allergic reactions to bites. They are not known to transmit diseases to humans but are considered a significant public health pest.

Identified on: 1/11/2026