Bed bugs are nasty little creatures that feed on human blood and can quickly over-populate any area they’re given the chance. Bed bugs have been a popular pest for research in the past few years as experts try to find methods to eradicate this pest. My dad, an entomologist, was looking into Beauveria Bassiana as a possible solution for bed bugs. I thought it was pretty cool how after years of research, he finally made a breakthrough in his studies. Below you will find a brief history of Beauveria Bassiana and my dad’s findings after testing this fungus on bed bugs. Beauveria Bassiana is a green bacteria which is commonly known as “African dust” in many parts of the world. It has been used to control pests such as termites, pantry moths, powder post beetles and more. The compelling part about this treatment is that Beauveria Bassiana doesn’t cause harm to pets or humans and it has a low toxicity rating (with the exception of some rare cases of allergy). Beauveria bassiana, is a entomopathogenic fungus that attacks many insects. It has been shown to infect bed bugs and is sold commercially as a pesticide for bed bug control. In this article we will go into detail on what it is and how to use it to treat bed bugs effectively.

Beauveria Bassiana Bed Bug Treatment

Beauveria Bassiana is a fungus that occurs naturally that can kill bed bugs.

Bed bugs are not the only insects affected by Beauveria bassiana. The fungus can also be used as a pesticide against other pests such as ticks, thrips and mites.

It is important to note that BB does not instantly kill the bed bugs; it takes several days for them to die from exposure to this fungus. It is useful in preventing infestations by killing off any newly hatched bed bug eggs before they become adults and begin feeding on human blood.

BB doesn’t work instantly

One of the biggest misconceptions about BB is that it works instantly. It doesn’t. The fungus has to be ingested by a bed bug to work, which means you have to wait for the larvae or nymphs to come out from hiding and take a bite. Once they do, the spores of BB will infect them, slowly killing them off until there are none left in your home. Some people think that if they keep applying more BB every few days, their problem will go away quickly—but this isn’t true! You can use as many doses of BB as you want on your bedbug infestation but it will still be months (or even years) before all signs of bed bugs disappear completely

The spores of the fungus have to be ingested by a bed bug in order to work.

The spores of the fungus have to be ingested by a bed bug in order to work. The spores are not toxic to humans or pets, but they do contain Beauveria Bassiana which causes acute illness and death in bed bugs. While ingesting the spores, bed bugs will become infected with the fungus and die within 48 hours.

BB spores can also be applied to surfaces or carpet as a treatment for bed bugs.

The Beauveria bassiana fungus can be applied directly to surfaces, carpet and mattresses. The spores of the fungus will germinate and grow on these surfaces, infecting any bed bugs that come into contact with them. Additionally, BB spores can also be applied to cracks and crevices where bed bugs might hide by using a duster or a fogger.

There are several forms of BB available, from powders and sprays to foams and oil blends.

There are several forms of BB available, from powders and sprays to foams and oil blends. Each form is best for different applications, so it’s important to understand which will work best for you. Powders are great for cracks and crevices, while sprays can be used on infested areas such as in bedrooms or on mattresses. Foams work well when applied directly over the bed bugs themselves (and your mattress). Finally, oil blends are ideal for baseboards that need treatment due to their waterproof qualities.

It’s possible to purchase BB spores online or at home improvement stores.

The first step in treating bed bugs with BB is to make sure that the product you’re using is actually Beauveria bassiana, and not something else. There are several species of fungi that have been identified as having some effect on bed bug populations, but these are different from Bb. If you’re uncertain about whether or not your product is the real deal, test it out on a small area: if you notice no visible signs of insect recovery after three days (see below), then it may not be working properly.

Beauveria bassiana will kill all life stages of bed bugs—larvae, nymphs and adults alike—but they won’t get rid of them instantly; it takes time for Bb spores to spread through their bodies and cause death by dehydration. Spraying an entire room with a bacteria spray will only kill any live insects within reach; otherwise they’ll simply crawl away and hide elsewhere until they’re too weak to move again (at which point they’ll die). The best way to treat large areas thoroughly is to apply either a foam or oil blend directly over surfaces where insects tend to hide during the day (like beds) while also spraying around corners where they might be hiding during the night (behind furniture).

Different insect species may respond differently to BB.

Different insect species may respond differently to BB. A study by the University of Florida found that bed bugs were more resistant than other insects such as flies or fleas. However, even bed bugs have different levels of resistance to this fungus and so it’s not just species that affect BB resistance, but also strain. The same strain may not be effective on all populations of the same species.

Be careful where you apply your BB treatment as it can affect beneficial insects.

If you suspect a bed bug infestation, use Beauveria bassiana to treat the area. However, be careful where you apply your BB treatment as it can affect beneficial insects such as ladybugs and honeybees. Do not apply BB where there are no bugs or signs of infestation.

Beauveria bassiana is not meant for use around food or plants, so keep it away from these areas when applying.

Bed bugs are dangerous pests that are hard to eradicate if they get into your home.

Bed bugs can cause a lot of problems, both health-related and otherwise. They are also difficult to eradicate because they hide so well, reproduce quickly, and are resistant to many pesticides. For example:

Bed bugs feed on the blood of people and animals while they sleep.

This causes rashes on some people’s skin that often appear as red welts or bumps on the mattress where the person sleeps. Some people develop more severe reactions to bed bug bites such as swelling or hives (itchy bumps). Bed bugs may also spread diseases like hepatitis C (HCV) or HIV through their bites if they are infected with these viruses.