Difference between revisions of "Felicola subrostratus"
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==Life Cycle== | ==Life Cycle== | ||
The adult lays eggs directly on to the hair of the host. The eggs hatch into larvae within several weeks. The larvae the mature into adults, usually within 2-3 weeks. | The adult lays eggs directly on to the hair of the host. The eggs hatch into larvae within several weeks. The larvae the mature into adults, usually within 2-3 weeks. | ||
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Revision as of 16:18, 19 July 2010
| Also known as: | Felicola subrostrata |
| Class | Insecta |
| Order | Phthiraptera |
| Suborder | Ischnocera |
| Family | Trichodectidae |
Hosts
Cats.
Identification
F subrostratus is yellow, with brown transverse bands, around 1mm in length. It has antennae with three clear segements, and a triangular head, which is important aid in the identification process.
Life Cycle
The adult lays eggs directly on to the hair of the host. The eggs hatch into larvae within several weeks. The larvae the mature into adults, usually within 2-3 weeks.