Rabbit Flea vs Northern Rat Flea
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rabbit Flea | Northern Rat Flea |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Spilopsyllus cuniculi | Nosopsyllus fasciatus |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Siphonaptera |
| Family | Pulicidae | Ceratophyllidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, North America, Asia |
| 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.
Northern Rat Flea
A flea of the Norway rat found in temperate climates, capable of transmitting murine typhus. It has a distinctive pronotal comb of spines.
Did You Know?
This flea thrives in the cool conditions of sewers and basements, making it a persistent pest in urban rat populations.