Amami Rabbit Flea vs Western Chicken Flea
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Amami Rabbit Flea | Western Chicken Flea |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ctenocephalides nakagawai | Ceratophyllus niger |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Siphonaptera |
| Family | Pulicidae | Ceratophyllidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan (Amami Islands) | Western North America |
| Conservation | Data Deficient | Least Concern |
Amami Rabbit Flea
A flea species associated with the endangered Amami rabbit on Amami-Oshima Island, Japan. Part of the unique fauna of the Amami Islands, which harbor many endemic species.
Did You Know?
This flea's fate is tied to that of the critically endangered Amami rabbit, one of the world's most primitive living rabbits found only on two small Japanese islands.
Western Chicken Flea
A poultry flea common in western North America that infests chickens and other domestic birds. Heavy infestations reduce egg production and can kill young chicks.
Did You Know?
Larvae develop in accumulated nest debris and droppings in poultry houses rather than on the bird itself.