Sand Martin Flea vs Snow Flea
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sand Martin Flea | Snow Flea |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceratophyllus styx | Glaciopsyllus antarcticus |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Siphonaptera |
| Family | Ceratophyllidae | Ceratophyllidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Tundra & Arctic |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sand Martin Flea
A flea species specific to sand martin colonies in their bank-nesting burrows. It can accumulate in large numbers in nest chambers.
Did You Know?
Colony-nesting birds like sand martins provide an ideal environment for flea population explosions in shared burrows.
Snow Flea
A flea that parasitizes petrels and survives Antarctic conditions year-round.
Did You Know?
It is the southernmost known flea, enduring temperatures far below freezing.