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  1. Flea - Wikipedia

    Flea, the common name for the order Siphonaptera, includes 2,500 species of small flightless insects that live as external parasites of mammals and birds. Fleas live by ingesting the blood of their hosts.

  2. Flea | Definition, Size, & Natural History | Britannica

    Dec 26, 2025 · Fleas are small, wingless insects with a tough cuticle bearing many bristles and frequently combs (ctenidia) of broad, flattened spines. The adult flea varies from about 0.1 to 0.32 …

  3. About Fleas | Fleas | CDC

    May 15, 2024 · Fleas are small insects that survive by feeding on animal or human blood. Their bites can cause discomfort, itchiness, and irritation. Sometimes, fleas can infect people or pets with the …

  4. Flea Bites: What They Look Like, Symptoms & Treatment

    Aug 31, 2021 · Fleas are tiny, wingless insects. They are dark brown or black and have flat bodies. They have six legs, strong claws on the bottoms of their legs that allow them to hold onto a host and …

  5. How to Get Rid of Fleas: A Combination Approach - Healthline

    May 2, 2025 · If left untreated, a flea infestation can stick around indefinitely. Here's how to get rid of fleas in your home, yard, and on your pet.

  6. How to Get Rid of Fleas in Your Home, Fast - Good Housekeeping

    Oct 22, 2024 · Don't let fleas take over your house. Follow these expert tips on how to get rid of fleas on pets (dogs included!), furniture, bedding and even in your yard.

  7. How to get rid of fleas: Protecting your home and pets

    Nov 12, 2024 · Discover effective methods to get rid of fleas and reduce the risk of flea-borne diseases. Learn about flea prevention strategies that help protect your home, pets, and family.