Can you see bed bugs with your naked eye? The mention of bed bugs can send shivers down the spine of any homeowner. But come to think of it,are bed bugs even visible? Can you see bed bugs, Nymphs or their eggs with your naked eyes? And what do they look like? These are some of the questions that come up whenever there is talk of bed bugs.
Let’s look at some of the physical characteristics of bed bugs, and recommended actions to take when you spot them.
What bed bugs look like
Bedbugs exist in three life cycle stages namely; Eggs,Nymph and Adult. Each of this life stages is marked with certain physical characteristics.
Eggs
Eggs of bed bugs are tiny in structure and size, and they measure just about 1mm in length. They have the shape of a pear and have a translucent/white coloration.
Nymphs
Have a reddish-brown coloration with a tiny oval-shaped body. Five molting stages characterize the nymph stage before the adult stage. At first, bed bug nymphs have a translucent coloration but after feeding on blood meals, their color changes to reddish-brown
Adults
These are similar to nymphs in color and shape although they have a much bigger size. The size of an adult bed bug has a striking resemblance to an apple seed.
How to know if you have bed bugs
Bed bugs can often be confused with other insects’ particularly carpet beetles, and swallow bugs, and this makes it hard to identify them except you have the training. Bedbugs although tiny, aren’t invisible to the naked eyes and with proper attention,you can find them in their nesting places. Bed bugs usually rest and next in cold dark places like cracks, and crevices.Despite their elusive nature, bed bugs still leave certain signs to indicate their presence in your home. They include;
- Blood stains on sheets, mattress, and clothing
- Presence of bed bugs and eggs
- Red itchy bites on the skin
- Fecal stains on bedding
- Empty skins, and exoskeleton
What to do when you see a bed bug
If you spot a bed bug in your home or your belongings, it is imperative that you act quickly to identify and make plans to eradicate the threat. Consider Do it yourself (DIY) bed bug killing products. These are a economical and effective method of treating bed bug infestation. You can also put a call through to a bed bug control professional to help you combat the infestation. These professionals will help you eradicate any bed bug problem and provide you with helpful ips to prevent another infestation.
