Bed Bug (Nymph)

Natural Habitat

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

Diet & Feeding

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

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and elusive; they hide during the day and emerge at night to feed. They undergo five nymphal stages (instars) before reaching adulthood, requiring a blood meal to molt at each stage.

Risks & Benefits

Risks include itchy allergic reactions, skin rashes, and psychological distress/insomnia. While not known to transmit diseases to humans, they are a significant domestic pest requiring professional extermination. There are no ecological benefits to humans.

Identified on: 6/22/2026