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Seeking In-Person Bug Identification #926590

Asked March 23, 2026, 3:05 PM EDT

Can I bring in a bug to have it identified under a microscope by a professional? I need to know if a bug I caught is a beg bug or a bat bug, which (from my understanding) cannot be distinguished unless viewed under a microscope. If so, do I need to make an appointment or call in advance? If yes to that as well, who would be best to contact? Thank you!

Frederick County Maryland

Expert Response

Thank you for reaching out to us. 

I would recommend contacting your local Frederick County Extension office, as they have a microscope. If they cannot help you for any reason then I would recommend contacting a licensed pest control company that specializes in bed bug control.

Here is a link to the Frederick County Extension office contact page: https://extension.umd.edu/locations/frederick-county/contact-us/.

Answered by University of Maryland Extension faculty. For more information on a variety of yard and garden topics, visit the HGIC program web page and blog, Maryland Grows. Replied March 23, 2026, 3:59 PM EDT

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