Physical evidence that can support identification
Look near the places where people sleep or rest. Bed bugs often begin close to a host and may spread farther through the room or building as activity increases. If you find an insect or shed skin, keep it in a sealed container or take a clear photo without moving other belongings through the home.
- A live, flat, reddish-brown insect near a bed or upholstered seat
- Tiny pale eggs or eggshells and translucent shed skins
- Dark dots that resemble ink marks on fabric or nearby surfaces
- Rusty or reddish stains on sheets, mattresses or furniture

