Sticktight Flea vs Japanese Luehdorfia
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sticktight Flea | Japanese Luehdorfia |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Echidnophaga gallinacea | Luehdorfia japonica |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pulicidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 1-2 mm | 45-55 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Worldwide in tropical and subtropical regions | Japan (Honshu) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Sticktight Flea
A small flea that permanently attaches to the skin of poultry, often around the face and comb. It can also parasitize dogs, cats, and humans.
Did You Know?
Unlike other fleas, the female embeds her mouthparts permanently into the host and never voluntarily detaches.
Japanese Luehdorfia
A rare spring-flying swallowtail butterfly endemic to Japan. Named 'spring goddess' in Japanese. Has declined severely due to habitat loss and deer browsing on its food plants.
Did You Know?
Called 'gifu-cho' (Gifu butterfly) in Japanese and considered a symbol of spring in Japanese culture.