
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.
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.