Where Bed Bugs Originate
WouterBed bugs are tiny insects that feed on human blood. Their bodies swell after feeding, and they can lay hundreds of eggs during their lifetime. Fortunately, bed bugs cannot transmit disease and they are not a danger to your health. However, you should be cautious when exposing your bedroom or home to these pests.
It is not clear where bed bugs originate. They have a long history of infesting humans. Their first recorded appearance dates back to around 400 BC in Ancient Greece. Since that time, they have spread to nearly every inhabited part of the world. Initially, they were known to affect the poor, but with the advent of mass shelters and the growth of tourism, bed bugs have become a serious issue.
Infestations often take several weeks to appear, and they can spread from room to room. Because of this, it is important to act fast if you suspect an infestation. Bedbugs can lay as many as 12 eggs a day. In their lifetime, this can amount to over 200 eggs. If left untreated, a bedbug infestation can quickly become a huge problem.
Bedbugs are notorious for their ability to hide in clothes and bags. These insects first became a widespread problem in the late ’90s, when they were first found in hotels and motels. In time, the problem spread to single-family homes and apartments. Later, they began to appear in nursing homes and hospitals.
