Whether you are planning to host a scary party or just want to get in the spirit of Halloween, dress up as a creepy bedbug. These insects don’t carry disease, and they aren’t a major pest but they look creepy nevertheless, which is what we’re going for here! If you are looking for a costume, we have a few ideas that represent this bug in the most entertaining way. Saw this on Pinterest and couldn’t stop laughing. I just had to share it with all of you. I know Halloween is a month away, but this idea is so cute and clever! What little kid wouldn’t want to be a bed bug for Halloween? The best part of this costume is that it’s not even a full-out costume — the kid will still wear his/her own clothes (pajamas, specifically), just accessorized with some adorable Bed Bug Headband, Backpack, and Tote Bag.

Bed Bug Costumes

How are bed bugs identified?

Bed bugs are small, oval-shaped insects that feed on the blood of mammals and birds. They have a flat body, brown color and are no larger than an apple seed (5 mm). Their color can vary from light brown to dark brown depending on which species they belong to. Adult bed bugs have six legs while nymphs (baby bed bugs) have eight legs. Bed bug antennae are long with three segments at the end of their bodies.

Bed bug larvae resemble those of other insects in that they go through four stages in their life cycle: egg, nymphs (immature stage), adult—and then may lay eggs again if conditions are right (i.e., food source). The female lays about 200 eggs during her lifetime; however, only about one or two will become adults over several months following each female’s initial blood meal during mating with males from whom she acquired sperm during her initial feeding frenzy before mating began! Male bedbugs do not bite humans; females do!

How to get rid of bed bugs?

Bed bugs are notoriously difficult to get rid of. While there are a variety of DIY techniques, the most effective way to remove bed bugs is to hire a professional pest control service. The sooner you contact these experts, the more likely they’ll be able to help you get rid of your infestation before it spreads throughout your home and beyond.

The first step in getting rid of bed bugs is figuring out where they’re hiding. If you do find any suspicious looking stains on your mattress, box spring or other areas around the bed frame, don’t move them immediately—they might contain eggs which won’t be affected by vacuuming alone! Instead, take pictures and contact both a pest professional as well as whoever manages your apartment building for further advice on getting rid of them once and for all

How to check for bed bugs?

In order to determine whether or not you have a bed bug infestation, it is important to look for signs of bed bugs and their eggs in the folds of mattresses, box springs, bed frames, and headboards. You should also check for signs of bed bug excrement–tiny rust-colored stains on the mattress and sheets. To identify the presence of live adult bed bugs, use a hand lens or magnifying glass to look for their small (about 1/4 inch long), oval-shaped bodies. Bedbug nymphs are translucent and lighter in color than adults.

Bed bug bites?

Bed bug bites are not contagious and do not transmit diseases. Bed bugs can bite any exposed skin and will leave itchy welts. These bites appear in straight lines, as the bed bug’s mouthparts are too small to bite people in other locations such as their hands or face. The bites show up after a few days, but they’re often painless and do not itch at first.

If you do have a bed bug problem, contact a pest professional right away.

If you think you have bed bugs, there are some things to keep in mind. It’s important to remember that it is not the presence of a bug or two that indicates the presence of an infestation—it’s the number and frequency of sightings over time. If you see one bed bug crawling on your body or in your mattress, don’t panic. Bed bugs are small and can fit into tight spaces, so they may be hiding anywhere inside or outside your home (including luggage).

If you know for sure that there is an infestation present, call an exterminator as soon as possible. An exterminator should be able to treat your home effectively and get rid of all traces of these pests once and for all!