Fleas

Fleas

Centocephalides felis

Color: Dark reddish brown.

Size: 1/16 to1/8-inch (1.5-3 mm) long.

Prefer dog or cats as host, although they may be found on a wide variety of other animals, including rodents and livestock. Cat flea prefer locations where dust and organic debris accumulate and they are commonly found in houses, under buildings, and if temperature and humidity conditions permit, in yard. They are often found infesting opossums, raccoons, and skunks in urban settings.

Flea pupae are unaffected by the treatment until the adult fleas emerge from their pupal cocoon. In any flea population, all stages of the flea will be present including numerous pupae. It will take several weeks for all adult fleas to emerge from these pupae and contact the treatment.

Adult suck blood; larvae feed on dried blood/adult flea feces.

Fleas are the most common transmitter of the rare Bubonic Plague. They also transmit the bacterial disease murine typhus to humans through infected rats. Their saliva can cause serious Flea Allergy Dermatitus in pets, and their debris has been reported to cause similar allergic reactions in humans.
Cat flea is intermediate hosts of the internal parasite (endoparasite) dog tapeworm, which is common in both cats and dogs. When playing near infested pets, children can become infected with this tapeworm by accidental ingestion of fleas that carry this endo- parasite. Can cause anemia in pets.
The typical skin reaction to flea bites on humans is formation of a small, hard, red, slightly raised, itching spot. Bleeding may occur. The single puncture point caused by the flea's mouthparts is generally apparent in the center of each spot. Thus, close inspection reveals a small reddish bump with a more pale, flesh-colored center.
Ants and spider leave two marks when they bite.
Fire ants stings typically result in red spots than turns to small, hard, pale or flesh-colored bumps after a couple of days.
Mosquitoes, bees, wasp, and Bedbugs leave a much larger swelling or welt. However the degree of reaction to the bite will vary from one individual to another.

MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS AND TREATMENT FOR Fleas CONTROL

Pests need food, water, and shelter. Often, the problem may be solved just by removing these key items.

It is important to be aware of how to prevent Fleas in your everyday life. Before even thinking about chemical pest control, see few Fleas prevention tips to keep in mind regarding how to avoid Fleas.

Pesticides can be purchased in many different forms, each form has specific uses and application methods The pesticide application method you choose depends on the nature and habits of the target pest, the properties of the pesticide, the suitability of the application equipment, and the cost and efficiency of alternative methods. Your choice is often predetermined by one or more of these factors. Follow label directions for volume recommendations and application rates based on the pest to be controlled and utilize appropriate application tips on equipment. , these application methods are for informational purposes only. To know specific applications method/s for the product you buy, please refer actual packages for complete Label Verbiage.

Are ready-to-Use pressurized containers which contain a dilute insecticide, which forced through a nozzle on the container releasing the material in to the air.

Aerosols
Bug Vacuum
Dust insecticide are finely ground solid particles of the chemical mixed with a fine inert powder such as clay or talc.

Dust Insecticides
Flea Control Kits
Insect Growth regulators are man-made materials that are similar to natural chemicals found in an insect body. These chemicals inhibit or delay the development of internal organs. This result in sterility or affects normal development.

Insect Growth Regulators (IGR)
Concentrated insecticides are materials that are mixed with water (in most cases) and are then applied through pump sprayers.

Liquid Concentrate
Granulated pesticides or insecticides are merely a dry form of product that is spread or broadcast over specific areas such as turf grasses, landscape ornamental plantings, gardens or flower beds.

Outdoor Granular Insecticides
Low-concentrate RTU formulations are ready to use and require no further dilution before application.

Ready-To-Use (RTU)
Sticky boards or traps are used to determine the numbers of a pest and to locate pest nesting areas.

Sticky boards
Chemicals that, while not possessing inherent pesticidal activity, nonetheless promote or enhance the effectiveness of other pesticides when combined.

Synergists
Are highly concentrated Pesticide solution (80-100) applied with little or no dilution with special ULV equipment.

Ultra Low Volume (ULV)
Wettable powders are dry, finely ground formulations that look like dusts. They usually must be mixed with water for application as a spray.

Wettable Powders

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