Flea Identification Guide
Flea Order Siphonaptera
APPEARANCE Black to brownish-black, about 2mm to 1.5mm long; six legs,
with many bristles on body and legs; flattened body.
HABITS Found on cats and dogs year-round, but most common during
warm and humid weather; readily attack and feed on
humans; can jump as much as 350mm.
DIET
Blood
REPRODUCTION
Female can lay about 25 eggs a day, and up to 800 eggs
during her lifetime; fleas undergo complete
metamorphosis, usually in 14 to 90 days.
OTHER INFORMATION
Carrier of many diseases; adults can live one
to two months without feeding.
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