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bed bug

Cimex lectularius

Least Concern

About

The Bed bug (Cimex lectularius) is a species in the genus Cimex. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇯🇵 Japan 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇦 Canada 🇵🇱 Poland 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (प्राणी)

Phylum

Arthropoda (सन्धिपाद)

Class

Insecta (कीट)

Order

Hemiptera (हेमिपटेरा)

Species

Cimex lectularius (bed bug)

Names in Other Languages

French punaise des lits

German Bettwanze

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of bed bug?

The scientific name of bed bug is Cimex lectularius. It belongs to the genus Cimex.

What is the conservation status of bed bug?

bed bug (Cimex lectularius) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does bed bug live?

bed bug is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan, Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Japan, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does bed bug belong to?

bed bug (Cimex lectularius) belongs to the genus Cimex, which is part of the taxonomic family Cimicidae.

Is bed bug endangered?

No, bed bug (Cimex lectularius) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does bed bug belong to?

bed bug (Cimex lectularius) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

What are the closest relatives of bed bug?

The closest relatives of bed bug in the genus Cimex include tropical bed bug.