Lice don't have wings, so they can't fly. They have six legs with claws at the ends — that's how they attach themselves to hair. Head lice can settle anywhere on the scalp, but they're commonly found on hairs at the back of the neck and around the ears, where it's warmest.

Does louse can fly?

Lice can't jump or fly. They spread through: Head-to-head or body-to-body contact. This may occur as children or family members play or interact closely.

Is lice a wingless insect?

Head lice are small wingless insects (about the size of a sesame seed) that live on the human scalp and in the hair. There are records of lice for as long as there are records of humans! Lice move by crawling; they can't fly, hop or jump. They can fall off the head and will then die within 48 hours.