Deep Look: A Flea's Fantastic Jump Takes More Than Muscle
Before they can bite a cat or dog, these little "itch hikers" make an amazing leap 100 times faster than the blink of an eye. So how do they do it? Part of the "Deep Look" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 4 minutes 32 seconds
- Topic: Science
 - Subtopic: Biology, Insects, Science Experiments
 - Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
 - Standards:
 - Release Year: 2020
 - Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
 - Series: Deep Look
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