Bed Bug Identification Service
Peel Public Health has established a Bed Bug Identification Service to assist you in confirming infestations. If you are not sure if the insect in your home is a bed bug, a public health inspector can assist.
Email Peel Public Health (include a photograph of the insect) or call 905-799-7700 to speak with a Public Health Inspector. Results will be kept confidential.
When to contact Peel Public Health
- If you experience bites at night
- If you have seen an insect resembling any of the stages within the bed bug lifecycle pictured.
- If you have found blood spots on your bedding as indicated in the picture.
Bed bug lifecycle
Photo used with permission from Stephen L. Doggett
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Bed bugs and blood spots
Photo used with permission from M. Potter, University of Kentucky
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