Sticktight Flea vs Mole Flea
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sticktight Flea | Mole Flea |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Echidnophaga gallinacea | Hystrichopsylla talpae |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Siphonaptera |
| Family | Pulicidae | Hystrichopsyllidae |
| Size | 1-2 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Caves |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide in tropical and subtropical regions | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Mole Flea
The largest European flea, found on moles and other burrowing mammals.
Did You Know?
At six millimeters it is easily visible to the naked eye unlike most flea species.