Hedgehog Flea vs Western Chicken Flea
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hedgehog Flea | Western Chicken Flea |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Archaeopsylla erinacei | Ceratophyllus niger |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Siphonaptera |
| Family | Pulicidae | Ceratophyllidae |
| Size | 2-3.5 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Western North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
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.