Peafowl Feather Louse vs Cattle Biting Louse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Peafowl Feather Louse | Cattle Biting Louse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Goniodes pavonis | Bovicola bovis |
| Order | Phthiraptera | Phthiraptera |
| Family | Philopteridae | Trichodectidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 1.5-2 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | South Asia, Worldwide in captive populations | Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Peafowl Feather Louse
A large chewing louse found on peafowl and pheasants. It feeds on feather material and can damage the ornamental plumage of peacocks.
Did You Know?
Heavy infestations can damage the spectacular tail feathers that peacocks depend on for courtship displays.
Cattle Biting Louse
A chewing louse that infests cattle worldwide, causing irritation and economic losses in livestock. Infestations worsen in winter when cattle have thick coats.
Did You Know?
Winter infestations of this louse can cause cattle to rub and scratch so intensely that they damage fences and lose significant weight.