Recognizing the Signs of a Bed Bug Infestation
Watch for these common signs of a bed bug problem:
- Bloodstains:Â Small, dark red spots on sheets or pillowcases, left by crushed bed bugs.
- Excrement:Â Dark or rusty-colored spots of bed bug droppings on mattresses, linens, and walls.
- Shed Skins/Eggs:Â Presence of bed bug eggshells or discarded skins in their hiding spots.
- Odor:Â A musty smell emanating from the bugs’ scent glands.
- Live Bugs:Â Visible bed bugs, similar in size and color to an apple seed.
- Bites:Â Bites on your skin, often appearing in lines or clusters.
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