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Why can a fed nymph remain hidden in bedding?

Its small expanded body can detach into folds before moulting, making careful inspection and normal cleaning useful after exposure.

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Short answer

Its small expanded body can detach into folds before moulting, making careful inspection and normal cleaning useful after exposure.

At a glance

Its small expanded body can detach into folds before moulting, making careful inspection and normal cleaning useful after exposure. Use anatomy as well as size because feeding and species alter appearance.

Key takeaways

• Its small expanded body can detach into folds before moulting, making careful inspection and normal cleaning useful after exposure.

• Use anatomy as well as size because feeding and species alter appearance.

• Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.

Direct answer

Its small expanded body can detach into folds before moulting, making careful inspection and normal cleaning useful after exposure.

Use it in context

Use anatomy as well as size because feeding and species alter appearance.

Practical next step

Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.

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