Bed Bug vs Lace Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bed Bug | Lace Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cimex lectularius | Corythucha ciliata |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cimicidae | Tingidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Worldwide | North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bed Bug
Obligate blood-feeding parasites of humans. Can survive up to a year without feeding. Have made a dramatic worldwide resurgence due to pesticide resistance and increased travel.
Did You Know?
Bed bugs can survive without a blood meal for over a year and can withstand temperatures from near-freezing to 50°C, making them extraordinarily difficult to eliminate.
Lace Bug
A tiny bug with extraordinary lace-like transparent wing covers that resemble intricate stained glass windows. It feeds on sycamore and plane tree leaves, causing silvery discoloration.
Did You Know?
The delicate lattice-like wing structure of lace bugs is so ornate and regular that it has inspired designs in jewelry, architecture, and 3D-printed materials.