Mole Flea vs Hedgehog Flea
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mole Flea | Hedgehog Flea |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hystrichopsylla talpae | Archaeopsylla erinacei |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Siphonaptera |
| Family | Hystrichopsyllidae | Pulicidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 2-3.5 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mole Flea
The largest European flea, found on moles and other burrowing mammals.
Did You Know?
At six millimeters it is easily visible to the naked eye unlike most flea species.
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.