How to Find Bed Bugs | US EPA - U. S. Environmental Protection Agency A more accurate way to identify a possible infestation is to look for physical signs of bed bugs When cleaning, changing bedding, or staying away from home, look for: Rusty or reddish stains on bed sheets or mattresses caused by bed bugs being crushed
Introduction to Bed Bugs - US EPA The common bed bug (Cimex lectularius) is a pest – feeding on blood, causing itchy bites and generally irritating their human hosts EPA and other agencies all consider bed bugs a public health pest, but bed bugs are not known to transmit disease
Bed Bugs Appearance and Life Cycle | US EPA - U. S. Environmental . . . Knowing what to look for is the first step in identifying and controlling bed bugs There are many bugs that look like bed bugs, so an accurate identification is a critical first step to avoid costly treatment for the wrong bug
Top Ten Tips to Prevent or Control Bed Bugs | US EPA Confirm you have bed bugs rather than other insects (if needed, show to your local extension agent trained in pest control), assess Integrated Pest Management (IPM) options before considering pesticide, try mattress encasements, and more
How to Find Bed Bugs | Bed Bugs: Get Them Out and Keep Them Out - US EPA Understanding the behavior of bed bugs (how they eat, live, and reproduce) will help you to find an infestation before it becomes established and to monitor for the presence of bed bugs after your home has been treated
Getting Rid of Bed Bugs - US EPA Collaborative Strategy on Bed Bugs - highlights ways that all levels of government, community, academia and private industry can work together to reduce bed bugs across the United States
Bed Bug Prevention, Detection and Control | US EPA This EPA brochure provides tips for preventing bed bugs day-to-day and while traveling, plus information about identifying bed bugs and controlling them if you find you have an infestation Brochure on prevention, detection and control of bed bugs (pdf) (649 96 KB)
Local Resources for Bed Bug Assistance | US EPA Bed bug support is widely available from a variety of sources Many communities offer resources related to bed bugs For example: Many countries and local health departments, such as New York City's, provide online resources regarding bed bug issues both in general and specific to their regions