Moorhen Flea vs Sticktight Flea
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Moorhen Flea | Sticktight Flea |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dasypsyllus gallinulae | Echidnophaga gallinacea |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Siphonaptera |
| Family | Ceratophyllidae | Pulicidae |
| Size | 1.5-2.5 mm | 1-2 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Worldwide in tropical and subtropical regions |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Moorhen Flea
A flea commonly found on small passerine birds including tits, wrens, and robins. It breeds in bird nesting boxes and natural cavities.
Did You Know?
This flea is so common in European bird nest boxes that ornithologists routinely find them when checking boxes during the breeding season.
Sticktight Flea
A small flea that permanently attaches to the skin of poultry, often around the face and comb. It can also parasitize dogs, cats, and humans.
Did You Know?
Unlike other fleas, the female embeds her mouthparts permanently into the host and never voluntarily detaches.