How Do Fleas Die?
WouterFleas do not live a set life cycle. Their life cycle depends largely on the environment they are living in. They can live up to one year in a cocoon if they are in the right environment. When conditions are bad, fleas can wait until conditions improve before they emerge. Insecticides can kill the adult flea but the eggs are able to survive and hide until the residue is removed.
Fleas will lay their eggs on your clothes, carpets, and other upholstered items. They can also live on your pets. If you think you have a flea infestation, you can use diluted laundry bleach to kill them or use antimicrobial detergent on your clothes. But the best weapon against fleas is a vacuum cleaner. If you have upholstered furniture, use the upholstery attachment on your vacuum. Remember to remove any cushions that are covered with cloth before vacuuming.
Fleas aren’t dangerous to humans, but their bites can have adverse health effects. That’s why prevention is crucial. You can prevent fleas from laying eggs on your clothes by washing your clothing frequently. It’s also important to remember that fleas don’t live on you for more than a day.
While you may not see fleas in your house for a long time, they can live for up to a year in the perfect conditions. Flea eggs hatch into larvae, which feed on organic debris for a couple of weeks before they move onto the next stage, the pupae. They then hide in a cocoon for a long period of time. Once their life cycle is complete, fleas will no longer breed and infest your home.
