Badger Flea vs Hedgehog Flea
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Badger Flea | Hedgehog Flea |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Paraceras melis | Archaeopsylla erinacei |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Siphonaptera |
| Family | Ceratophyllidae | Pulicidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 2-3.5 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Badger Flea
A large flea specialized to parasitize European badgers. It is found in badger setts and is one of the largest flea species in Europe.
Did You Know?
It is one of the largest fleas in the world and its size corresponds to the thick skin of its badger host.
Hedgehog Flea
A large flea specific to European hedgehogs and one of the most abundant fleas in Western Europe. A single hedgehog can harbor hundreds.
Did You Know?
Hedgehogs are so commonly infested that an average individual carries about 100 of these fleas.