Bed Bug Nymph

Natural Habitat

Typically found in indoor human environments, specifically in cracks and crevices near sleeping areas such as mattresses, bed frames, and headboards.

Diet & Feeding

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

Behavior Patterns

They are primarily nocturnal and photophobic. They undergo five nymphal stages (instars) before reaching maturity, requiring a blood meal to molt into each subsequent stage.

Risks & Benefits

Risks include itchy skin welts, allergic reactions, and psychological distress/insomnia. They are not known to transmit diseases to humans. There are no known ecological benefits to their presence in human dwellings.

Identified on: 1/15/2026