Western Chicken Flea vs Pigeon Flea
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Chicken Flea | Pigeon Flea |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceratophyllus niger | Ceratophyllus columbae |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Siphonaptera |
| Family | Ceratophyllidae | Ceratophyllidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Western North America | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Western Chicken Flea
A poultry flea common in western North America that infests chickens and other domestic birds. Heavy infestations reduce egg production and can kill young chicks.
Did You Know?
Larvae develop in accumulated nest debris and droppings in poultry houses rather than on the bird itself.
Pigeon Flea
A flea found in pigeon nests and dovecotes that can bite humans in infested buildings. It thrives in the accumulated droppings and debris of pigeon roosts.
Did You Know?
Urban pest controllers frequently encounter it when clearing pigeon infestations from building interiors.