Flea Larva

They thrive in dark, humid environments such as deep carpet fibers, bedding, cracks in floorboards, and areas where pets frequent/sleep.

They feed on organic matter found in dust, specifically 'flea dirt' (dried blood excreted by adult fleas), dead skin cells, and other debris.

Flea larvae are negatively phototactic (avoid light) and will burrow deep into carpets or bedding. They spin a cocoon to pupate before emerging as adults.

Risk: They develop into adult fleas which bite humans and pets, causing itching, allergic reactions, and potentially transmitting diseases or tapeworms. Benefit: None to humans or pets.