Bedbugs Head - Lice

While both bedbugs and head lice are blood-feeding insects that cause significant stress and physical discomfort, they are biologically and ecologically distinct. Understanding these differences is the first step toward effective treatment and prevention. Head Lice Primary Habitat Mattresses, furniture, and cracks Human scalp and hair Appearance Reddish-brown, flat, oval (apple seed size) Translucent to tan/brown (sesame seed size) Feeding Habits Nocturnal; feed and then hide Feed multiple times a day on the scalp Transmission Hitchhike on luggage, clothes, or furniture Direct head-to-head contact Disease Vector Not known to spread disease to humans Not known to spread disease to humans 1. Bedbugs: The Environment Infesters