is also highly effective. Part the hair into small sections and thoroughly inspect the scalp, the hair shafts, the area behind the ears, and the nape of the neck. Look closely at the object itself and ask a few key questions. Does it move through the hair? Is it attached directly to the skin? Do you see several similar insects, or are there tiny oval objects attached to individual hairs? These details will quickly narrow down the possibilities.
Head lice are tiny, wingless insects specifically adapted to living in human