Are bed bugs a problem in Jamaica?

AMERICAN SCIENTIST Dr Dini Miller says Jamaica should be wary of a resurgence of bedbugs abroad. This, especially, as an informal survey of local pest control experts indicate that 40 per cent had come across the insect in recent times.



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If you decide to travel to these areas:
  • maintain a high level of personal security awareness at all times.
  • avoid visiting or travelling at night.
  • follow the advice of local authorities.
  • avoid walking alone, even during the day.
  • go out in groups with people that you know.
  • avoid visiting isolated areas and beaches.


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Jamaican field cricket, Gryllus assimilis (Fabricius 1775). Singing Insects of North America.

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Bedbugs are found in hotels but the vast majority of them are in apartments Some travelers take precautions to avoid bed bugs, but hotel-goers aren't the most at risk.

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