BED BUGS
‣ IDENTIFYING BED BUGS
Nymphs (babies) are almost colorless, 1.3mm to 4-5mm in size.
Adults are brownish-red in color, or mahogany if unfed, 1/4 inches long.
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They have 6 legs with 2 antennae and are flat/oval when unfed and swollen when fed.
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‣ SIGNS OF A BED BUG INFESTATION
An infestation of bed bugs is most easily identified in the mattresses, upholstery, and walls where you will find small reddish-brown fecal spots. You could also expect small, itchy bites on the legs and arms.
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Bites could take a couple days to appear, which allows time for infestations to grow.
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A bed bug infestation can also be identified by the bugs themselves, their molt skin or eggs, and empty egg shells.
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‣ CAUSE AND PREVENTION
Watch where you hang or place your coats and bags on public transportation or in public places.
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Be careful where you're sitting, bed bugs are great hitch hikers and can latch onto your clothes.
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Check your hotel mattress and bedding before use. Also look in the closets and beware of the luggage racks before placing your bags down on them.