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There are two main groups of veterinary importance, the Mallophaga (chewing lice) and Anoplura (sucking lice)
There are two main groups of veterinary importance, the Mallophaga (chewing lice) and Anoplura (sucking lice)
'''Chewing Lice (Mallophaga)'''
They are also known as biting lice. They have a broad head, and the thorax narrower than the head. These lice have rasping mouthparts, and feed on epithelial scales, scabs, feathers and other bodily debris.
Species occur on both mammals and birds.
[[Category:To_Do_-_Parasites]]
[[Category:To_Do_-_Parasites]]
[[Category:Lice|A]]
[[Category:Lice|A]]