Bed Bug Correctly identifying bed bugs, rather than assuming, is genuinely important for making sure the right treatment approach is used.
What Bed Bugs Look Like
Adult bed bugs are reddish-brown, oval and roughly 5mm long, flattening further after feeding — a size and shape that's clearly visible to the naked eye once you know what to look for.
Pests Often Confused With Bed Bugs
- Carpet beetles — smaller, rounder, and don't bite
- Fleas — smaller, jump rather than crawl, and bite mainly ankles
- Booklice — much smaller, pale, and not blood-feeding
- Spider beetles — similarly shaped but don't bite humans
Why Correct Identification Matters
Treating for the wrong pest wastes time and money, so a professional inspection to confirm exactly what you're dealing with is worth it before choosing a treatment approach.
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