Bug Identifier
Bed Bug
Community identification

Bed Bug

Cimex lectularius

Order & Family
Order Hemiptera; Family Cimicidae
Size
4 to 5 mm in length (the size of an apple seed)
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Natural Habitat

Human dwellings, specifically inhabiting cracks and crevices near sleeping areas such as mattresses, bed frames, and headboards.

Diet & Feeding

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

Behavior Patterns

Nocturnal and elusive; তারা usually hide during the day and emerge at night to feed. They undergo incomplete metamorphosis (egg, nymph, adult) and can survive months without feeding.

Risks & Benefits

Risks include itchy skin rashes, psychological distress, and allergic reactions to bites; they are not known to transmit diseases to humans but cause significant economic and emotional impact.