Flea Pest Control, Manhattan, Williamsburg & Greenpoint, Brooklyn

Eagle Pest Service Control – Professional Flea Exterminators

Eagle Pest Service Control is a team of licensed exterminators providing flea pest control for Manhattan and Brooklyn.

Our client base includes many residents and businesses in Williamsburg and Greenpoint.

Fleas: Overview and Impact

“Flea” refers to small, wingless insects known for their bloodsucking habits.

Adult fleas are external parasites, mainly feeding on the blood of mammals, occasionally birds. They are globally distributed.

Physical Characteristics

Adult fleas are slightly over 0.3 cm long with flat bodies, short antennae, and specialized mouthparts for piercing and sucking.

Their legs are adapted for jumping, enabling them to leap great distances relative to their size. Their eyes are either very small or non-existent.

Life Cycle

Fleas lay eggs in hidden, safe areas like under carpets, in fabric folds, or in waste heaps.

These eggs hatch into larvae within 6 to 12 days. Larvae feed on organic debris, then spin cocoons and enter a pupal phase before emerging as adults in weeks.

Common Flea Species

Household Pests: Dog fleas (Ctenocephalides canis) and cat fleas (Ctenocephalides felis) are the most prevalent. They affect pets, humans, poultry, and livestock.

The human flea (Pulex irritans) is less common in the U.S. but widespread globally.

Health Concerns

Fleas serve as intermediate hosts for the cucumber tapeworm. Rat fleas are notorious for spreading bubonic plague.

The sticktight flea is known for its persistent attachment to hosts and is often linked to dog eczema.

Scientific Classification

Fleas belong to the order Siphonaptera. Key species include:

Dog fleas: Ctenocephalides canis
Cat fleas: Ctenocephalides felis
Human fleas: Pulex irritans
Rat fleas (Tropics): Xenopsylla cheopis
Rat fleas (Europe): Ceratophyllus fasciatus
Sticktight flea: Echidnophaga gallinacea

Flea Pest Control and Prevention

Flea control involves eliminating adult fleas and making the environment inhospitable to larvae.

Host Treatment

Bathe pets or affected individuals with strong soaps. Apply insecticides or petroleum-based solutions cautiously to avoid harm.

Environmental Control

Clean and treat areas where fleas breed to disrupt their life cycle.

Understanding the biology and behavior of fleas is key to managing infestations effectively. This safeguards both human health and animal welfare.

Flea Pest Control with Eagle Pest Service Control

Eagle Pest Service Control provides expert flea exterminator services for homes and businesses in Manhattan, Williamsburg, and Greenpoint, Brooklyn.

Our licensed technicians use safe, effective treatments to eliminate fleas and prevent reinfestation.

Get Help Today

For scheduled service or immediate attention, call 347-853-6721.
Residential and commercial pest control.