Dog Flea (Larva)

Indoor environments such as carpets, bedding, and floor cracks where pets rest

Pre-adult larvae feed on organic debris and the dried blood (flea dirt) excreted by adult fleas

Larvae are photophobic and seek deep, dark areas; they undergo three larval stages before spinning a cocoon to pupate

Risks include potential infestation of pets and homes, leading to flea allergy dermatitis and transmission of tapeworms; they offer no ecological benefit in domestic settings