First, a tapeworm egg must be ingested by a flea larva, an immature stage of the flea. Once inside the larval flea, the tapeworm egg continues to develop as the larval flea matures into an adult flea.
Do fleas come from worms?
Fleas and worms are closely linked as the lifecycle of certain worms that affect our pets involve fleas harbouring worm eggs in their gut. That said, if an animal doesn't have fleas, it doesn't mean it doesn't have worms as not all worm life cycles involve the flea.
Do fleas hatch into worms?
Fleas reproduce a lot like butterflies. Females lay eggs that hatch into worm-like larvae. The larvae then spin cocoons and become pupae, and an adult flea emerges from the cocoon.
Do maggots turn into fleas?
The larva spins a cocoon and becomes a pupa, inside which the adult flea is formed and can live for up to two years before hatching into a fully formed flea, ready to bite and start the lifecycle all over again.
Where do fleas come from?
Fleas originate from another infested animal. They easily spread between different animals and then make their way into your home when the pets come in for a visit or to sleep. Outside, fleas can typically be found in shady areas, near long grass or bushes, while they wait for a host to pass by.
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