For Daily Use Animals

Tropical bedbugs outclimb common species

tropical bedbugs in a pitfall trap

Climbing tests suggest that tropical bedbugs (Cimex hemipterus, shown) are more adept climbers than common bedbugs (C. lectularius).

C.-Y. LEE/UNIVERSITI SAINS MALAYSIA

By Helen Thompson

- More than 2 years ago

Some bedbugs are better climbers than others, and the bloodsuckers’ climbing prowess has practical implications.

To detect and monitor bedbugs, people use an array of strategies, from DIY setups to dogs.