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Bed bugs are small, flat, reddish-brown insects about 5mm long. Mezikis (License #2110) provides professional bed bug identification and treatment across Israel — call 054-686-3486 for a same-day inspection.
What Do Bed Bugs Look Like? A Photo Guide
Bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) are one of Israel's fastest-growing pest problems. Thanks to Israel's warm Mediterranean climate, heavy international tourism through Tel Aviv and Jerusalem airports, and dense urban apartment living, bed bugs spread quickly and are notoriously difficult to spot. Understanding what they look like at each life stage is the first step toward identifying and eliminating an infestation.
Adult bed bugs are roughly 5–7mm in length — about the size of an apple seed. Their bodies are oval and flat when unfed, turning balloon-like and dark red after a blood meal. They have six legs, two short antennae, and no wings. Their color ranges from pale tan (newly hatched or hungry) to deep mahogany red-brown (recently fed). If you see what looks like a tiny flat raisin moving slowly on your mattress seam or headboard, it's almost certainly a bed bug.
Nymphs (juvenile bed bugs) are harder to spot. Freshly hatched nymphs are nearly translucent and only 1.5mm — barely visible to the naked eye. They turn yellowish as they grow through five instars (moult stages). After feeding, even a nymph turns bright red due to blood visibility through its thin cuticle. Bed bug eggs are white, oval, about 1mm long, and often glued in clusters to rough surfaces like wood frames, fabric, or electrical outlets.
Signs of a Bed Bug Infestation in Your Israeli Home
- Rust-colored stains on sheets: Crushed bugs or excrement leave brownish-red spots on mattresses and pillowcases.
- Dark ink-dot droppings: Small black or dark brown dots along mattress seams, behind headboards, or inside wooden furniture joints.
- Shed skins (moult casings): Translucent yellowish shells near hiding spots — under mattresses, inside slatted bed bases, behind picture frames.
- A sweet musty odor: Heavy infestations produce a distinctive, unpleasant sweet smell from bed bug scent glands.
- Bite marks: Red, itchy welts often in lines or clusters on exposed skin (arms, neck, shoulders) noticed after waking.
Bed Bug Control Methods at Mezikis
Mezikis uses professional-grade heat treatment as the primary method for bed bug elimination — the most effective approach available in Israel today. Heat treatment raises room temperature to 55–60°C, penetrating mattresses, furniture, wall cavities, and electrical sockets where chemicals can't reach. All life stages — eggs, nymphs, and adults — are killed in a single treatment session.
For cases requiring extra protection, Mezikis combines heat treatment with targeted residual insecticide application to prevent re-entry from neighboring apartments — a real concern in Israel's typical multi-unit buildings. After treatment, technicians provide a written warranty and follow-up inspection.
How Much Does Bed Bug Treatment Cost in Israel?
| Service | Price (NIS) |
|---|---|
| Inspection & identification | Free with treatment |
| Heat treatment – 1 bedroom | From 800 NIS |
| Heat treatment – full apartment (3–4 rooms) | 1,500–2,500 NIS |
| Combined heat + chemical treatment | 2,000–3,500 NIS |
| Follow-up visit | Included in warranty |
Why Choose Mezikis for Bed Bug Control?
- ✅ Licensed by Israel Ministry of Environmental Protection (License #2110)
- ✅ 4.9 stars from 770+ reviews
- ✅ Fast response – same day or next day service
- ✅ Eco-friendly options available
- ✅ Service warranty included
Frequently Asked Questions about Bed Bug Pictures
How can I tell bed bugs from other insects in pictures?
Bed bugs are flat, oval, and reddish-brown — unlike fleas (which are black and jump) or cockroach nymphs (which are longer and faster). The key ID features are their distinctive apple-seed shape and rust-red color after feeding.
Can I see bed bug eggs with the naked eye?
Barely. Bed bug eggs are about 1mm long, white, and glued to surfaces. They're easier to spot in clusters under a flashlight. Mezikis technicians use professional detection equipment to find all egg clusters.
Do bed bugs only hide in mattresses?
No. In Israeli apartments, bed bugs commonly hide behind headboards, inside wooden furniture joints, under baseboards, behind light switches, and even inside electronics near the sleeping area.
How fast do bed bugs spread between apartments in Israel?
In multi-floor apartment buildings common across Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, bed bugs can spread through wall cavities, plumbing channels, and shared corridors within weeks. Professional treatment of the affected unit plus preventive treatment of neighbors is often recommended.
How quickly can Mezikis respond to a suspected bed bug problem?
Mezikis typically offers same-day or next-day service across all of Israel, including Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa, Modi'in, and Beer Sheva. Call 054-686-3486 to book an inspection.
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