Old Bed Bug Shells

Are you aware of these old bed bug shells? The use of pesticides in the 1940s led to the rise in resistant bed bugs. Their prolific blood sucking has left a trail of evidence that points to their presence. This kind of evidence is hard to miss as it looks like little dark speckles or bumps on the sheets and mattresses. What happens to old bed bug shells after a bed bug dies ? Understanding what happens to nymphs and adults when they die can tell us a lot about the behavior of bed bugs. What is this golden casing? Do the shells have any significance? These are questions that people ask themselves every day. We will answer them in this article.

Old Bed Bug Shells

You’ve found a bed bug shell. You’re not sure what to do with it, but you want to make sure it’s not harmful. Here are some things you should know about the old shells and how to dispose of them safely:

Bed bug shells are made from chitin, which comes from insects’ exoskeletons. It’s possible for people to be allergic to chitin, so if you are or think you might be allergic, we recommend not handling the shell at all and disposing of it in a safe manner.

If you don’t have an allergy, there’s no reason why these old shells should be harmful to handle or dispose of. They’re just dead bugs with no more life left in them—just like any other insect carcass would be!

If you want to keep your shell as a souvenir (if you’re into that kind of thing), put it in a sealed plastic baggie or container before disposing of it in your regular trash can. This will help keep any potential allergens contained before they get out into the environment where they could affect someone else who may have an allergy.

Believe it or not, these shells are bed bug shells.

Bed bugs are the most common type of pest insect in North America. These bugs feed on blood, and they can be found in beds, sofas, carpets, couches and many other areas in homes and offices. The nymphs and adults have six legs while they’re growing, but they lose their back pair of legs as they become adults. Bed bugs are often mistaken for ticks because they have a similar appearance to ticks and move slowly when disturbed. They can also cause an allergic reaction to some people who are bitten by them repeatedly over time.

Since bed bugs hide during the day, their presence is usually detected by their droppings or cast skins (shells). They may leave behind dark spots on sheets or mattresses where they feed at night and hide during the day.

To prevent future infestations from occurring: vacuum daily; wash all clothes in hot water; check crevices around baseboards for signs of activity (blood spots); steam clean mattresses or upholstery regularly; seal cracks and crevices with caulk.

List of Old Bed Bug Shells