How Do Fleas Know Where to Jump?

For a long time, scientists have been baffled as to how fleas know where to jump. While the mechanics of this process have long been debated, recent research suggests that the insects can jump by using their feet and shins to push off the ground. This method is similar to that of a medieval catapult. The mechanism uses energy stored in the spring to propel the flea upward.

Fleas can jump great distances and have a lot of agility. These amazing little creatures have sensors that allow them to detect objects and find their hosts. This means that even if you don’t see them on your pet, you can have an infestation of fleas.

Scientists have long wondered how fleas jump, but recently, scientists at the University of Cambridge have answered this question. Fleas can jump as high as 1.9 meters in a single second. The scientists were able to film the jumps of individual fleas, analyzing the still images to gain insight into how the fleas use their energy.

Unlike bedbugs, fleas don’t typically climb walls. However, some have been found climbing walls in an effort to escape the effect of pesticides. This behavior is often due to their flattened bodies and wide bodies.