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Bed Bug Identification

Bed bugs are tiny insects about the size of an appleseed. Make sure you know what to look for with our expert bed bug identification guide.

A woman sitting in bed scratching red, irritated bed bug bites on her forearm.

What Kinds of Diseases Can You Get From Bed Bugs?

Here’s some good news about bed bugs: they’re not known to transmit any diseases to humans. But make sure you know about these other issues.

Bed Bug Diseases

What Do Bed Bugs Look Like?

Bed bugs have flat, oval-shaped bodies that are about the size of an apple seed. Check out these pictures, and get tips for identifying them.

What Bed Bugs Look Like

What do Bed Bug Bites Look Like?

Bed bug bites appear as red bumps with a dark center and a swollen area around it. Learn to tell them from similar bites, like mosquitoes.

What Bed Bug Bites Look Like

What is the Main Cause of Bed Bugs?

There are several sources that cause the majority of bed bug infestations. Found out where they are, so you can learn to avoid them.

Bed Bug Causes

How to Tell if You Have Bed Bugs or Carpet Beetles

Bed bugs and carpet beetles are strikingly similar in many ways. The best way to tell is by comparing their larvae.

Bed Bugs vs Carpet Beetles

How to Spot Bed Bugs in Suffolk County & Nassau County

Since bed bugs are such tiny insects, it isnโ€™t easy to spot an infestation until it becomes severe. Look for these warning signs.

Spotting Bed Bugs

Do I Have Bed Bugs?

It can be challenging to identify a bed bug infestation, but there are some key signs. Find out what to look for here.

You Might Have Bed Bugs

Do Bed Bugs Bite?

Yes. Bed bugs are known for biting humans and animals alike. They usually target hosts at night as they are sleeping.

Bed Bug Bites

Do Bed Bug Bites Itch?

Yes, bed bug bites are often itchy. For some, these bites can even trigger allergic reactions. Despite the urge, try to avoid scratching them.

Bed Bugs Itching

Can Bed Bugs Hurt Me?

Got a bed bug infestation? Don’t worry. There are many reasons to dislike bed bugs, but generally, they can’t hurt you.

Bed Bug Harm

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