The Common Bed Bug

Bed bugs are small, brownish, flattened insects that feed solely on the blood of animals. The common bed bug is called Cimex lectularius. This is the most common bed bug as it is the one which is the most adapted to living with humans. Bed bugs are more irritating because they like feed on human blood. They can be than dangerous because they can transfer diseases. Also, they cause problems because people who are bitten suffer loss of sleep and discomfort. Bed bugs are nest parasites. Over time, bed bugs have evolved to develop resistance to many of the chemical pesticides currently used.



Bed bugs are small wingless insects that feed solely upon the blood of warm-blooded animals. Bed bugs and their relatives have evolved as nest parasites. Bed bugs are small parasitic insects that feed on the blood of mammals and birds. Bed bugs live in mattresses, linens, and headboards, as well as in the walls, flooring, and other furniture in areas where people sleep in homes, hotels, and other dwellings. Bed bugs are small, cryptic and agile, escaping detection after crawling into suitcases, boxes, and belongings. The eggs are almost impossible to see when laid on most surfaces.

Bed bugs are very flat and live in cracks and crevices around the bed. They produce liquid feces which are dark spots left on bedding or in hiding places. Bed bugs are very difficult to eradicate because they are so resilient. They find spots such as mattresses, clothing, and furniture to live in. Bed bugs are generally active at night and feed primarily on the blood of humans while they are sleeping. Their feeding activity often peaks with in a couple of hours before sunrise.