Who Is Bug? Origin, Powers and Key Facts
Bug (DC Comics): Bernard Bonner became the electronic villain the Bug. He along with his partner Byte fought Firestorm on several occasions on the electronic web.

Bug is a DC Comics comic book character, the alter ego of Bernard Bonner, with over 9 comic issue appearances. Bernard Bonner became the electronic villain the Bug. He along with his partner Byte fought Firestorm on several occasions on the electronic web.
Who is Bug?
. Belle Haney Bonner was attempting to juggle a full-time job and a full-time single parent raising her young son and daughter. She was able to transform their garage into a computer workshop. One day while working in the garage the children blythe and Barney were playing and accidentally touched two live wires together. The accident sent thousands of volts of pure electricity through the two children although their mother tried to stop them. Their father kicked her out of the house and she did not see them for 10 years. She took her maiden name and took a job at Concordance Research while Frank Bonner became an alcoholic to deal with the grief. The children grew up and resented their mother for leaving.
Key facts
Bug is of human origin and first appeared in "Byte!". The character is published by DC Comics. With 9 recorded issue appearances, Bug ranks among the most featured characters in comics.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Bug?
Bernard Bonner became the electronic villain the Bug. He along with his partner Byte fought Firestorm on several occasions on the electronic web.
What is Bug's real name?
Bug's real identity is Bernard Bonner.
When did Bug first appear?
Bug first appeared in "Byte!".



