Bed Bug

Natural Habitat

Primarily human dwellings, especially beds, mattresses, bed frames, and other furniture. They hide in cracks and crevices during the day.

Diet & Feeding

Exclusively blood of warm-blooded animals, primarily humans. They feed by piercing the skin and withdrawing blood.

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal, typically feeding at night while hosts are sleeping. They are attracted to warmth, carbon dioxide, and certain chemicals. They do not fly or jump but can crawl quickly.

Risks & Benefits

Potential risks include itchy bites, skin rashes, allergic reactions, and secondary skin infections from scratching. They are not known to transmit diseases to humans. There are no known benefits.

Identified on: 10/7/2025