Bug Identifier
Likely flea
Community identification

Likely flea

Order Siphonaptera; species cannot be determined from the photo

Order & Family
Siphonaptera; family uncertain
Size
About 1.5–3 mm long.
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Natural Habitat

On pets or wildlife and in their bedding, carpets, and other resting areas.

Diet & Feeding

Adults suck blood from mammals or birds; larvae feed on organic debris, including adult flea feces.

Behavior Patterns

Wingless, laterally flattened, and adapted for jumping; eggs and larvae usually develop off the host. The image is small, so identification is tentative.

Risks & Benefits

Bites can cause itching or allergic reactions, and some fleas transmit pathogens; they have little direct benefit to people.