Dog Flea

Found on various mammalian hosts, specifically dogs and cats, as well as in household environments like carpets and bedding.

Obligate hematophagous, feeding exclusively on the blood of mammals, primarily dogs.

Fleas are wingless parasites that move by jumping long distances. They undergo complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult).

Risks include localized skin irritation, allergic dermatitis, and transmission of parasites such as tapeworms. No known ecosystem benefits.