Dog Biting Louse vs Peafowl Feather Louse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dog Biting Louse | Peafowl Feather Louse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichodectes canis | Goniodes pavonis |
| Order | Phthiraptera | Phthiraptera |
| Family | Trichodectidae | Philopteridae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm | 2-4 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Gardens |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | South Asia, Worldwide in captive populations |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dog Biting Louse
A chewing louse that infests domestic dogs, feeding on skin debris and secretions. It can serve as an intermediate host for the dog tapeworm.
Did You Know?
Dogs can acquire tapeworm infections by accidentally swallowing these lice during grooming, as the lice carry tapeworm larvae.
Peafowl Feather Louse
A large chewing louse found on peafowl and pheasants. It feeds on feather material and can damage the ornamental plumage of peacocks.
Did You Know?
Heavy infestations can damage the spectacular tail feathers that peacocks depend on for courtship displays.