WHERE DO BED BUGS HIDE / LIVE?

UNDERSTANDING BED BUGS

Bed bugs are tiny insects that measure about 5mm in length. They are reddish-brown and are often mistaken for other insects, such as ticks or fleas. Bed bugs are nocturnal creatures and are most active at night when they feed on the blood of their hosts. Bed bugs are not known to transmit diseases, but their bites can cause itching and discomfort.

They do not feed so much until they get hungry and keep hiding for hours or days before they feed again:

As we explained in the post above, bed bugs leave their hosts only when they need to feed and their feeding routine depends on how hungry they are and how close their targets are.

WHERE ARE BED BUGS?

If we would talk about a bird, then we would look at a tree for finding its host. But bed bugs prefer to hide while they choose a host. So, their host will always be in a hidden place such as a crack, hole, behind a wall, or other dark places.

Because of this, while you are already searching them around, they will keep hiding in their hosts without being disturbed by you.

So, let’s take a look at potential hosts where bed bugs live.

WHERE DO BED BUGS LIVE IN NATURE?

Bed bugs won’t like to live in nature. That’s because it’s always hard to survive in nature under tough weather conditions or potential attacks from other bugs or animals.

But they are resistance bugs and keep living up to high or very low temperatures

WHERE DO BED BUGS LIVE AT HOME?

There is not a certain list for this, but here are some basic hosts for bed bugs at home:

• Carpets
• Clothes
• Inside books
• Inside mattresses
• Inside pillows
• Behind pictures
• Cracks
• Holes
• Inside walls
• Inside or behind furniture

CAN BED BUGS LIVE ON YOUR CARPET?

It’s a low chance to see bed bugs living in or under a carpet. Because carpets stand in the open and are always underfoot.

Bed bugs prefer to keep in places in which they will be safe. So, yes, in some cases bed bugs can live in your carpet; but in most, they won’t live.

Even so, if you find the check bed bugs in your carpet, you can look in it or under it. While doing this using a flashlight and searching the area very carefully will reduce your possibility of making mistakes.

CAN BED BUGS LIVE ON HUMANS?

No, bed bugs can’t live on people. Because if they could live on a human, then this would be noticed by that guy who had bed bugs on.

Bed bugs are very cautious bugs so, where they live and hide is never very much close to people and always out of sight.

CAN BED BUGS LIVE IN CLOTHES?

The answer is yes and no. It’s a yes when we are talking about clothes staying in a cabin and not worn for a long time Bed bugs are there.

But when it’s about clothes that we wear or clean often, bed bugs can’t live in them. Even if they try to do so, they will be kicked out by washing or ironing.

CAN BED BUGS LIVE ON DOGS AND CATS?

Just as I mentioned above, bed bugs are cautious creatures and a moving host won’t be their first option.

Bed bugs will feed on humans usually; but if they don’t have enough food sources around, they can feed on dogs or cats too.

Even if they feed on dogs or cats, they will turn back to their hosts at the first opportunity if they don’t have to stay on them.

CAN BED BUGS LIVE IN PILLOWS?

Yes, pillows are ideal places to host as long as they aren’t cleaned and checked regularly. So, what you must do is check all pillows regularly and wash them at least once a week. This will prevent your pillows to become a host for bed bugs.

WILL BED BUGS LIVE IN YOUR HAIR?

As we answered this question in another article, it is not even possible for bed bugs to live in your hair or any part of your body:

How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs

If you’ve found bed bugs in your home, it’s important to take action immediately to eliminate them. Here are some steps you can take to get rid of bed bugs:

1. Clean and Declutter

Start by cleaning and decluttering your home. Remove any unnecessary clutter, such as piles of clothes or stacks of paper. Vacuum your floors, furniture, and mattress thoroughly.

2. Wash Your Bedding

Wash your bedding, including your sheets, pillowcases, and blankets, in hot water. Dry them on high heat to kill any bed bugs or eggs that may be hiding in the fabric.

3. Use Heat

Heat is an effective way to kill bed bugs. You can use a clothes dryer on high heat to kill bed bugs and their eggs in clothing, bedding, and other fabric items. You can also use a steam cleaner to treat furniture, carpet, and other surfaces.

4. Use Pesticides

There are a variety of pesticides available that are designed to kill bed bugs. However, it’s important to use them carefully and follow the instructions on the label. Some pesticides can be harmful to humans and pets if not used correctly.

5. Call a Professional

If you have a severe bed bug infestation, it’s best to call a professional exterminator. They have the knowledge and equipment needed to eliminate bed bugs safely and effectively

Conclusion

As with all other bugs at home, bed bugs will keep hiding while you are walking around. So, Bed Bugs need hidden and dark places which are close to you.

Distance of their hosts to you is very important because they want to turn back to their hosts quickly after they fed on you.

Where do bed bugs live? The answer to this question is not a single one. They can live on your mattress, furniture, or pillow. They can also live in any crack or hole or car. When you are doubtful of bed bugs around, you must check every centimeter very carefully:

FAQs

Do bed bugs only come out at night?

While bed bugs are most active at night when their hosts are asleep, they can come out during the day if they are hungry or if their hiding spots are disturbed.

Can bed bugs be found in electronics?

Yes, bed bugs can hide in electronics such as computers, televisions, and alarm clocks. It’s important to inspect these items if you suspect a bed bug infestation.