Cimex spp. (1) Flashcards
1
Q
What are the common names?
A
Bed bugs
Bird bugs
Bat bugs
2
Q
How do you identify adults?
A
5-7 mm
Wingless
Mouthparts designed for piercing/bloodsucking
- Beak like
3
Q
Explain the life cycle
A
Lay eggs
Nymphs molt 5 times
- Approximately weekly intervals - 1 blood meal between molts
Blood meal before laying eggs
Endure starvation for months
Hide in crevices by day, feed on hosts at night
4
Q
What are the sites of infestation?
A
Skin
5
Q
Describe the Pathogenesis
A
Nymphs/Adults - bloodsucker
- Feed without causing pain - Allergic reactions can develop at site of bites
Massive infestations - blood loss
Substantial nuisance
6
Q
How do you diagnose?
A
Identification of bug
7
Q
How do you treat and prevent?
A
Environment managed - appropriate insecticides
- Discourage proliferation - Crevices during day
8
Q
What is important about Cimex spp.?
A
It is ZOONOTIC
