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Why don't platypuses get lice?
Because the lice would drown on there fur underwater .
Do fleas drown in water, and if so, how long does it take for them to drown?
Yes, fleas can drown in water. It typically takes about 24 hours for fleas to drown in water.
How long will it take head lice to drown?
you can buy special shampoo at the pharmacy in New Zealand but it takes quite a long time. I mean i got them when i was 3 and i still have them. the maximum time takes about ten years or more (but that's only if you hardly really do anything to them) but if not then about 5-6 years.
Are there any cases of prenatal lice?
No. No way for lice to enter the amniotic sac, and if they did, they would drown. An unborn baby is surrounded by liquid.
How long does it take for lice eggs to hatch?
it takes 1-2 WEEKS for lice egg(s) to hatch
Can head lice drown?
Yes, they can drown. The reason why they don't drown easily is because they form air bubbles on the side of their body, like an underwater air pocket, and they also know how to swim well. I've looked at them under the microscope, and actually if you get rid of their air bubble, they die instantly.
Is head lice deadly?
Yes, my cousin's daughter's friend's sister died from it. Also, it is the leading cause of parasite death in Guatemala
Is it possible to drown headlice if not why?
No. Like many insects, head lice can survive submerged in water for 8 hours or more.
Can you drown a cockroach and if so, how long does it take for them to drown?
Yes, you can drown a cockroach. Cockroaches can hold their breath for up to 40 minutes, so it may take around that long for them to drown.
What kind of relationship is lice on the head?
The relationship is parasitic, as the lice takes blood, but returns no benefit to the human host.
Will lice survive chlorine?
Chlorine can drown or immobilize lice, but it may not always kill them. Lice are more likely to survive in chlorinated water compared to other insects due to their ability to close their breathing holes for a short period of time. Using specific treatment shampoos or combing out the lice and nits are more effective methods to eliminate them.
How many gallons of water does it take to drown yourself?
It actually takes very little water to drown, only a tablespoon or so.
