A vet has issued a warning to all cat and dog owners to keep an eye out for signs their pets may have fleas, with infestations at this time of year “more common than many people realise”.

It’s called Ctenocephalides felis, or the cat flea. That’s right. If your dog has fleas, they’re most likely cat fleas. So, what are they like? Fleas are tiny wingless parasites that survive ...

A type of zooplankton, Daphnia pulex (a.k.a. the water flea) is a microscopic crustacean whose unique reproduction habits make it the perfect species for studying evolution and natural selection.

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A thrift store is a beautiful thing—but an open-air flea market takes that experience and uplifts it. While the sun shines, you get to pick through antiques, racks of vintage clothing ...

By Marisa Meltzer Most anyone who visits Paris and loves to shop will be told to visit the storied flea market — “marché aux puces” in French — which occupies five acres in Saint-Ouen ...

The flea life cycle has four stages: egg, larva, pupa and adult flea. The entire cycle is typically complete in 3-4 weeks, but this can be quicker (12-22 days) if temperatures are ideal.