Flea Larva

Found in dark, humid environments such as carpets, upholstery, pet bedding, and floor cracks.

Larvae feed on organic debris, particularly 'flea dirt' (dried blood excreted by adult fleas).

They are photophobic (avoid light) and move toward the base of carpet fibers; they undergo three larval stages before spinning a cocoon to pupate.

Risks include the potential for localized infestations and the emergence of adult biting fleas which can transmit diseases or parasites (like tapeworms) to pets and humans.