Mouse Flea vs Mole Flea
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mouse Flea | Mole Flea |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leptopsylla segnis | Hystrichopsylla talpae |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Siphonaptera |
| Family | Leptopsyllidae | Hystrichopsyllidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Caves |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mouse Flea
A small flea that parasitizes house mice and other small rodents worldwide. It is commonly found in rodent nests in and around human dwellings.
Did You Know?
It can transmit murine typhus from rats to humans in domestic settings.
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.