Bed Bugs
Adult bed bugs are approximately 3/16 of an inch long and reddish-brown in color. They are flat with an oval shape. Once fed, they become plump and red.
Modern’s Bed Bug Control & Treatment begins with an inspection by a trained pest professional who will identify the presence of bed bugs and provide targeted treatments.
What is the Bed Bug Diet?
Bed bugs feed mostly on human blood, but they will also feed on the blood of poultry, mice, rats, canaries, dogs, and cats when necessary.
What is the Bed Bug Reproductive Cycle?
Female bed bugs typically lay 1 to 5 eggs per day, and 200 – 500 in their lifetime. The eggs hatch in approximately seven days and reach adulthood in about 21 days.
Where do Bed Bugs Live?
Bed bugs generally hide during the day, coming out at night to feed on hosts such as humans, birds, and family pets. Feeding only takes about 10 minutes and is usually unnoticed by the host. Afterward, the bite may become inflamed and itch, but many people never react. If no food source is available, bed bugs can wait for over 500 days.
Why are Bed Bugs a Pest?
While bed bugs do not actually transmit disease, they can definitely cause damage to your mental well-being. For instance, insomnia, stress, depression, and social isolation are all very real issues for those suffering from a bed bug infestation. When bed bugs keep you awake all night, it can begin to affect your stress and emotional levels. You may not be able to focus, become irritable, anxious or even lose your appetite. If you suspect bed bugs… don’t wait! Give yourself peace of mind and call Modern Pest Services!
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