What Are Snow Fleas and How Can You Get Rid of Them?
What Are Snow Fleas? If you were walking your dog in the snow in the winter and were amazed by it, you might notice tiny bugs jumping on top of it. Don't be fooled by the name—these are snow bugs. Snow fleas aren't really fleas. Springtails are the name of these tiny bugs that you can often find on snowy ground during warmer winter days. Are Snow Fleas Actually Fleas? Actually, they're not. While fleas have parasitic bugs that feed on blood when they bite, snow fleas are harmless springtails that eat dead plants and animals. The two are not even related, even though the way they jump often makes people think they are. Why Are They Called Snow Fleas? The name "snow flea" comes from the fact that they often show up on snow and can jump like fleas. It's easy to see them because their dark forms stand out against the white snow. People aren't hurt by them, but they can be disturbing for your dog. Can Snow Fleas Harm Dogs? If your dog gets snow fleas, you co...