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Budget Termite & Pest Control Bed Bug Control
Bed Bug Biology and Behavior
Bed bugs are small wingless insects that feed solely upon the
blood of warm blooded animals and people. Certain kinds inhabit bird
nests and bat roosts and await the return of their hosts; others have
adapted well to living in the homes of people.Colors range from nearly
white (just after molting), a light tan, deep brown or burnt orange. The
host’s blood may appear as a dark red or black mass within the bug’s
body. Because they never develop wings, bed bugs can't fly. When
disturbed, bed bugs actively seek shelter in dark cracks and
crevices. Because many other kinds of small brown bugs may be
discovered, it is critical to ensure that the bugs are correctly
identified. Bed bugs occur in all parts of the world. Bed bugs
became relatively scarce during the latter part of the 20th century, but
their populations have resurged in recent years, particularly throughout
parts of North America, Europe, and Australia. They are most abundant in
rooms where people sleep, and they generally hide nearest the bed or
other furniture used for sleeping. Bed bugs are most active in
the middle of the night, but when hungry, they will venture out during
the day to seek a host. Their flattened bodies allow them to conceal
themselves in cracks and crevices around the room and within furniture.
Favorite hiding places include the bed frame, mattress and box spring.
Clutter around the room offers additional sites for these bugs to hide,
and increases the difficulty in eliminating bed bugs once they have
become established.
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