Rabbit Flea vs Human Head Louse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rabbit Flea | Human Head Louse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Spilopsyllus cuniculi | Pediculus humanus capitis |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Phthiraptera |
| Family | Pulicidae | Pediculidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Underground |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Rabbit Flea
A flea specific to European rabbits with a remarkable reproductive strategy tied to its host. It can transmit myxomatosis between rabbits.
Did You Know?
Rabbit flea reproduction is controlled by rabbit hormones — the flea can only breed when feeding on a pregnant doe near the time of birth.
Human Head Louse
An obligate ectoparasite of the human scalp that feeds on blood several times per day. It spreads through direct head-to-head contact.
Did You Know?
Head lice have co-evolved with humans for millions of years, and DNA analysis of lice has helped trace ancient human migration patterns.