Fleas
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The Siphonaptera, better known as fleas, are a group of very small, wingless, dark-colored insects that can make great leaps to reach their victims. They are ectoparasites of mammals and birds with a highly modified morphology adapted to the habitat they occupy. They are laterally flattened to move better between the hairs of their hosts.
Their main problem lies in the fact that their food is blood (hematophagous), so they have a sucking-type mouthpart, with both adult females and males biting.
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Types of Fleas
There are different species of flea pests, although we highlight the Pulicidae family:
- DOG FLEA: Ctenocephalides canis.
- CAT FLEA: Ctenocephalides felis. More common.
- HUMAN FLEA: Pulex irritans.
- RAT FLEA: Xenopsylla cheopis.
- BIRD FLEA: Ceratophyllus gallinae.
Flea infestations cause serious problems in homes and livestock, especially in those where there are pets or livestock, as they are usually transported by domestic animals, although rats can also have them, which means that homes without pets can be equally affected.
Normally we apply anti-parasite pipettes to our pets, but the problem is that fleas are temporarily transported by dogs and cats, and when they detect the insecticide, they detach and look for another host, such as us.
Characteristics of Fleas
Their larvae live in damp and dark places, such as animal beds and carpet fluff. They feed on organic waste, mainly excrement or manure, so they are associated with the presence of both animals and the fertilization of green areas in cities, creating problems in lawns and gardens.
Sometimes, if there are no animals to serve as food, they can “hibernate”, entering diapause, and can remain so for a year until they are stimulated by vibrations, which explains the occasional mass attacks that sometimes occur in abandoned buildings.
The greatest concern caused by the presence of flea infestations are the bites of adults, as they can be very annoying and irritating, causing much stress in humans, dogs, cats, sheep, goats, or pigs.
In some people, their saliva causes very severe reactions as it is highly allergenic. And most importantly, they transmit diseases and parasites between animals and from animals to humans, such as the Black Death or bubonic plague that caused an epidemic in Europe in the Middle Ages.
Signs That We Are Facing a Flea Infestation
If you are concerned about the presence of flea infestations, you can look for the following signs:
- Presence of adults in your pet’s or livestock’s fur. Look for brown insects 1-8 mm in size. They usually hide in the hind legs, head, or neck of pets.
- Check for small black droppings on your pet’s skin or bed, or on carpets.
- Bites are identified as small dark red dots, in series of 2 to 5 welts.
Eliminating Fleas, Methodology
The infestations of fleas are very difficult to eliminate, as they lay their eggs on animals’ bodies, but these can fall off and remain hidden anywhere, as they are tiny and white, making them almost impossible to detect. Therefore, if you want to ensure that the fleas are completely eliminated, turn to an expert pest control team.
At Gimasur we offer you a specialized PEST CONTROL service to eliminate your flea problem in a single treatment. Our technicians know the life habits of these insects and the different treatments that can be carried out to eliminate them as soon as possible, offering safety and healthiness to your environment.
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