Bed bugs were once nearly eradicated in the middle of the 20th century, which is why many people have grown up believing they are fictional, the stuff of old wives tales and nursery rhymes. But a recent resurgence of bed bugs has brought reality back into focus. They are real and they are a problem. Bed bugs are tiny parasitic insects that feed on the blood of warm-blooded mammals, typically humans. Because the best time to feed is when the host is docile, bed bugs typically feed at night and are therefore often considered nocturnal. A bed bug bite often causes swelling, rashes, irritation, and itching. One of the biggest problems with bed bugs is that they spread so quickly. They can latch on to clothing, luggage, and bedding which makes them an especially difficult problem for places like hotels and motels where travelers are constantly coming and going. A common misconception is that bed bugs are a sign of poor hygiene or low income. But the fact of the matter is that bed bugs will go wherever there is a meal. And because they spread so easily, they can be difficult to eradicate even in the best of conditions. People who travel frequently should especially be on the lookout for the creatures and should be familiar with the signs of a bed bug infestation. Bed bugs are reddish-brown creatures about the size of a tiny seed. They are wingless, flat, and oval. If you suspect a bed bug infestation you should call an exterminator to take care of the problem. Arrow Exterminating is bed bugs NYC one of the largest pest control companies in the New York metropolitan area. (http://www.arrowexterminating.com)
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