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Inspect and correctly identify the sign of infestation early before it becomes widely spread. Look for signs of infestation, marks on fabric that are rusty, reddish stains and dark spots on mattress.

Most Common Bed Bugs Species

Bedbugs or in Malay pepijat, scientifically known as cimex hemipterus, are a prevalent pest issue in Malaysia. These nocturnal insects thrive in tropical regions and have a blood-feeding habit. Their small size, agility, and ability to hide expertly make their eradication a challenging task. Unbeknownst to many, bringing home a pest infestation after a trip is a common occurrence.

Recognising the signs of bed bugs and distinguishing them from other pests is crucial for proper identification and control. Common pests often mistaken for bed bugs include fleas, ticks, booklice, and baby cockroaches. These pest are exceptionally resilient, making it tougher to control. As travelling peaks during holidays, it is important for Malaysian to know how to protect and prevent these pests.

During hotel room stay, it is strategically smart to locate signs and find the bed bugs presence. Exam your clothings before packing them in an air tight bags can also prevent their survival to invade your property. This precautionary measures will prevent bed bugs the opportunity to hitch a ride home with you. If you suspect infestation, engage the professionals from Innovative Pest Management services for a permanent solution

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The Lifecycle, Dietary & Habitat

Characteristics of Bed Bugs

They are tiny hardly visible through the naked eye, locating them requires trained professionals. Bed bug population growth is constant and rapid, with a female capable of depositing one to five eggs a day. They can survive for a few months without a blood meal, and most time resort to animals. Thrift shopping for clothing and purchasing second hand furniture may open doors for bed bugs to infest your property.

Identifying Bed Bug Bites and Seeking Treatment

Bed bug bites typically manifest as a series of bites arranged in a zigzag pattern, consisting of 3 to 5 bites. The bites are commonly in areas like the neck, thighs, arms and back. Similar to flea bites, bed bug bites can cause severe allergic reactions, resulting in itchy red bumps. Applying anti-itch cream may provide relief unless an allergic reaction occurs.

Important to note that a small cluster of bites does not necessarily indicate a bed bug infestation. Accurate identification of bed bug signs is crucial for determining the presence of an infestation. Seeking expert advice from a pest control company is recommend to rid of bed bugs infestation.

Contact Professional Help for Bed Bugs Control Services

Bed bugs can infest property by crawling between nearby places or hitchhiking on personal belongings, clothing, or plastic bags. They have three body segments (head, thorax, abdomen), two antennae and six legs. They can manoeuvre and jump great length to attach onto belongings. Similar to mosquitoes, they are locate host through the carbon dioxide we exhale during sleep.

They locate our skin with their antennae and bite us to feed on our blood. While they can target other animals, humans are their preferred hosts. Many individuals are unsure of the causes of bed bug infestations and the most effective methods of resolution. Successfully addressing a bed bug problem necessitates comprehensive treatment.

Engage the services of a professional pest control company is the optimal approach for permanently eliminating bed bugs.

Scent

Bed bugs emit a musty-sweet odorous scent known as "alarm pheromones" when disturbed. While some may compare this scent to berries, it can become unpleasant at higher concentrations. In a severe case of infestation the scent will be stronger and it will not be hard to miss.

Presence

Their rapid reproduction rate, bed bugs can quickly amass large populations. Understanding their breeding habits and egg-laying patterns is crucial for effective control. Essential to seal cracks to prevent these pests from hiding in false walls and spreading throughout the property.

Nest

Inspect the perimeter of the bed thoroughly, areas like seams, mattress, box spring, cracks, corners and bed frames. The headboards, and furnishings such as chairs, sofas, cushions, curtains and drawers are the areas the hide. In severe cases they will nest in electrical outlets, and wallpaper corners.

Marks

Detecting stains cause by crush bed bugs on bedsheets, as well as seeing tiny bloodstains on bedsheets. Their faecal matters will be in a darker shade on furniture, pillowcases, and clothing. A clear indication of a bed bug infestation. Their droppings will appear as dark coloured spots and may bleed like markers on fabric, an additional signs to be vigilant for.

The Types of Bed Bugs Commonly Found in Malaysia

Bed Bug (Cimex Lectularius and Cimex Hemipterus)

They do not build nest of any sorts, they reside in hidden areas near food source. These will also be the areas to locate dark stain of excrement. They populate and lay eggs in these areas, normally shelter in the dark. Usually at 3 to 8 in the morning bed bugs will come out to feed exclusively on blood.

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