Menacanthus stramineus
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| Menacanthus stramineus | |
|---|---|
| Class | Insecta |
| Order | Phthiraptera |
| Family | Menoponidae |
| Species | Menacanthus stramineus |
Also known as: Yellow body — Chicken body louse
Introduction
Menacanthus stramineus is a chewing louse of poultry.
Identification
Menacanthus stramineus is a large yellow louse. It lays its eggs in clusters around the cloaca
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