Actual Size Bed Bug Identification t Eggs are tiny, white, and glued to surfaces. t Oval shaped, flattened with six legs. t Nymphs are light colored, from 1/16". t Adults are rusty red, apple seed sized, 1/4-3/8". t Do not jump or fly, but are good runners. t Tend to congregate together. Signs of Bed Bugs t Small black droppings, blood stains or shed skins on bottom ted sheet. t Red, itchy rashes from bites. For more information on bed bugs and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) go to: www.epa.gov/bedbugs ------- Early detection and prompt response can avoid larger problems Where to Look Behind bed head boards. Along mattress seams. In bed box springs. Along room base boards. In or under other furniture. Additional Facts Adults can survive months without feeding. Never proven to transmit human disease. Active and feed mostly at night. They may be spread via used furniture, especially mattresses. Bite "sensitivity" varies from severe to no reaction. I Have Bed Bugs, Now What? Capture it in a clear zip bag for proper ID. Educate yourself & your children on controls Do not panic & throw out furniture or items. Install mattress encasements & interceptors Practice Integrated Pest Management. Consult a pest management professional. Use only EPA registered pesticides for bed bugs. ------- |