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What do Bed Bugs Look Like?

Bed bugs, often spelled as "bedbugs," are reddish brown, ovoid and wingless. Because they are dorsoventrally flattened, they have the advantage of hiding in crevices.

The shape of a bed bug's body is comparable to a lentil or apple seed. Hatchlings are as small as poppy seeds, while adults may grow up to 5 mm in length. A common misconception is that they are invisible to the naked eye. While the newly hatched nymphs can be difficult to see, the older nymphs and adults are large enough to see clearly. Bed bugs range in color from translucent white when first hatched to dark brown or burnt orange as adults. Bed bugs redden immediately after consuming a host's blood. Like most insects, bed bugs have six legs, a head, a thorax and an abdomen.

If you believe you have identified a bedbug within your home, contact your local pest management company to arrange for an inspection.

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How to identify Bed Bugs?

Learn what Bed Bugs look like, and how to detect if you have a Bed Bug Infestation.

How do you get Bed Bugs?

Find out how Bed Bugs infiltrate your home and where they are attracted to.

How serious are Bed Bugs?

Learn about Bed Bug bites. their feces and how they can impact your health.

What Orkin does

Learn how Orkin handles Bed Bugs, homeopathic cures and the cost of Bed Bug extermination services.

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Are Bed Bugs Nocturnal? | Do Bed Bugs Only Bite At Night?

Do Bed Bugs Hide in Pillows? | Signs of Bed Bugs

Do Bed Bugs Feed Every Night? | Bed Bug Life Cycle

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Bed Bug Pest Control Treatment | Bed Bug Exterminator

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