Here are some bed bug facts:

• Contrary to popular belief, bed bugs are not microscopic. While small, you can see all life stages with the naked eye.
  
• Both nymphs (immatures) and adults only feed on blood and must have a blood meal in order to develop and survive.
  
• Bed bugs do not jump or fly but they are good hitchhikers.
  
• Bed bugs generally feed at night and typically hide in dark cracks and crevices during the day.
  
• Common hiding places are typically located within 6 feet from areas where humans sleep or rest including box springs, along mattress seams, behind headboards, or inside furniture and upholstery.
  
• There are several was to prevent bed bug infestations in your home.
  
• When travelling, check for bed bugs in your hotel room. Inspect your luggage before leaving, and wash and dry all your clothing when you get home.
  
• If you purchase second-hand furniture, thoroughly inspect the item for bed bugs before bringing it into your home. 
  

• Pest Notes: Bed Bugs
  
• Bed Bugs Quick Tip Card  (English)   and Chinches de Cama  (Spanish)
  
• YouTube videos
  
• Don’t bring bed bugs home when you travel
  
• How to use a bed bug detector
  
• How to inspect for bed bugs
  
• Spanish versions:
  
• Cómo saber si tiene chinches de cama
  
• No traiga chinches a casa al volver de viaje
  
• Cómo usar un detector de chinches de cama