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Pest Identification: Flea
 Black to brownish-black, about one-twelfth to one-sixteenth inch long; six legs, with many bristles on the body and legs; flattened body. Fleas can be found on cats and dogs year-round, but most common during warm and humid weather. They will readily attack and feed on humans and can jump as much as 8 inches vertically, and 14 to 16 inches horizontally.
Fleas feed on blood from humans, dogs, cats, etc. Females can lay about 25 eggs a day, and up to 800 eggs during her lifetime. Fleas undergo complete metamorphosis, usually in 14 to 90 days. Adults can live up to 2 months without feeding and can carry a number of diseases.
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