To effectively manage flea populations, which environmental factor should be controlled?

Controlling abundant moisture is essential for effectively managing flea populations since these pests thrive in humid environments. Fleas and their larvae require moisture to survive and develop. By reducing moisture levels in their environment, such as through proper drainage, dehumidifying, and avoiding standing water, you can significantly disrupt the flea life cycle. When the environment is dry, flea eggs and larvae cannot thrive, leading to a reduction in the overall population.

While low humidity, high temperatures, and dark areas can influence flea behavior and survival to some extent, it is the management of moisture that has the most direct impact on the breeding and lifecycle of fleas. An environment that is too dry or too hot can deter adult fleas and make it less comfortable for them, but they are more electrically adapted to thriving in moist surroundings. Hence, maintaining a drier environment plays a critical role in controlling flea infestations.