Bed Bug

Natural Habitat

Found globally in human dwellings, particularly in cracks, crevices, mattresses, and bed frames near sleeping hosts.

Diet & Feeding

Obligate hematophagous (blood-eaters), primarily feeding on human blood during the night.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal, elusive, and hitchhikes on luggage or clothing to spread. They undergo incomplete metamorphosis and can survive several months without a meal.

Risks & Benefits

Risks include itchy bites and potential allergic reactions; they cause significant psychological distress and are difficult to eradicate. They provide no known ecosystem benefits in human environments.

Identified on: 1/13/2026