⭐ Features

Bed bugs possess a specialized mouthpart designed for piercing skin and feeding on blood. They release anticoagulant and anesthetic compounds in their saliva to facilitate feeding without immediate detection. Bed bugs can survive for months without a blood meal, entering a semi-dormant state. They emit pheromones for communication and aggregation. Their eggs are coated with a sticky substance, allowing them to adhere to surfaces. Bed bugs exhibit cryptic behavior, hiding in narrow crevices and emerging mainly at night to feed. They also display resistance to many common insecticides, making control challenging.

📍 Habitat

The most common areas where you can find bed bugs include mattresses and box springs (especially in seams and crevices), bed frames and headboards, cracks and crevices in walls or floors, upholstered furniture, behind baseboards, inside electrical outlets and light switches, behind wallpaper or picture frames, and in luggage or clothing after travel.

⭐ Features

Cockroaches possess remarkable resilience, able to survive without food for weeks and withstand high levels of radiation. They have highly sensitive antennae for detecting chemical signals and vibrations, and their rapid reflexes allow them to evade predators quickly. Cockroaches can digest a wide range of organic materials due to specialized gut bacteria, and some species exhibit social behaviors, such as group decision-making and collective shelter selection. Their ability to regenerate lost limbs and adapt to various environmental stresses also contributes to their survival success.

📍 Habitat

Cockroaches are most commonly found in warm, humid areas with access to food and water. Typical locations include kitchens (under sinks, behind appliances, inside cabinets), bathrooms (under sinks, around drains), basements, laundry rooms, and storage areas with clutter. They also hide in cracks, crevices, and behind wallpaper or baseboards.

⭐ Features

Termites exhibit a highly organized social structure with distinct castes, including workers, soldiers, and reproductives, each performing specialized roles. They communicate using pheromones and vibrations, enabling complex coordination within colonies. Termites are among the few animals capable of digesting cellulose, thanks to symbiotic microorganisms in their guts. Their ability to construct intricate tunnel systems and mounds demonstrates advanced collective engineering. Termites also play a crucial ecological role by recycling dead plant material, enriching soil fertility.

📍 Habitat

Termites are most commonly found in warm, humid climates. They are often found in: 1. Wooden structures (homes, sheds, fences) 2. Dead trees and stumps 3. Mulch and woodpiles near buildings 4. Soil, especially near foundations 5. Crawl spaces and basements 6. Attics with wood framing 7. Moist areas with poor drainage They are especially prevalent in the southern United States, but can be found in many regions worldwide.

⭐  Features

Carpet beetles have a unique ability to digest keratin, allowing them to feed on natural fibers like wool, feathers, and animal hair. Their larvae are covered in bristly hairs that can cause irritation or allergic reactions in some people. Carpet beetles undergo complete metamorphosis, including a pupal stage, and can survive long periods without food. They are also known for their tendency to infest and damage stored natural history specimens, textiles, and museum collections.

📍 Habitat

Carpet beetles are most commonly found in areas with natural fibers and organic materials. Typical locations include carpets, rugs, upholstered furniture, closets, clothing storage, baseboards, air ducts, and areas with accumulated lint or pet hair. They are also often found near windowsills and light fixtures, as adults are attracted to light.