Western Chicken Flea vs Snow Flea
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Chicken Flea | Snow Flea |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceratophyllus niger | Glaciopsyllus antarcticus |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Siphonaptera |
| Family | Ceratophyllidae | Ceratophyllidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Tundra & Arctic |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Western North America | Oceania |
| 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.
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.