Community identification
Likely adult flea
Siphonaptera; species cannot be identified from this image
- Order & Family
- Order: Siphonaptera; family undetermined
- Size
- About 1.5–3 mm long.
Natural Habitat
On or near furry hosts and in carpets, bedding, and other sheltered places where pets rest.
Diet & Feeding
Adults feed on blood; larvae feed on organic debris, including flea feces.
Behavior Patterns
Wingless, laterally flattened insects that jump; adults typically remain on a host, while immature stages develop in the environment.
Risks & Benefits
Bites can cause itching or allergic reactions and fleas may transmit pathogens. The photo is not clear enough for a certain identification; carpet beetles or other small insects are alternatives.