Bed Bug (Nymph)

Typically found in human dwellings, hidden in cracks, crevices, mattresses, bed frames, and furniture near sleeping areas.

Obligate hematophages, meaning they feed exclusively on animal blood, primarily from humans.

Nocturnal and elusive; they hide during the day and emerge at night to feed. They undergo incomplete metamorphosis (nymphs look like smaller, paler versions of adults) and require a blood meal to molt into the next stage.

Risks include itchy skin welts, allergic reactions, and psychological distress/insomnia. They are not known to transmit diseases to humans. There are no ecological benefits to their presence in a home; they are considered significant indoor pests.