Hedgehog Flea vs Malagasy Stag Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hedgehog Flea | Malagasy Stag Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Archaeopsylla erinacei | Hexaphyllum madecassum |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Pulicidae | Lucanidae |
| Size | 2-3.5 mm | 25-40 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
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.
Malagasy Stag Beetle
A medium-sized stag beetle with antennae bearing six leaf-like lamellae, which gives the genus its name. Males have modest but distinctly toothed mandibles.
Did You Know?
Its six-plated antennal clubs are unusually large for a stag beetle of its size, giving it enhanced olfactory abilities.