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The eggs generally hatch into nymphs within 2 weeks, and must undergo three further transformations before becoming mature adults. The complete cycle from an egg to an adult usually takes around 30 days. | The eggs generally hatch into nymphs within 2 weeks, and must undergo three further transformations before becoming mature adults. The complete cycle from an egg to an adult usually takes around 30 days. | ||
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+ | The lice cause [[Pediculosis|pediculosis]]. | ||
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[[Category:Lice - Sheep]] | [[Category:Lice - Sheep]] | ||
[[Category:Sucking Lice]] | [[Category:Sucking Lice]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 16:56, 30 July 2012
Linognathus ovillus | |
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Class | Insecta |
Order | Phthiraptera |
Family | Linognathidae |
Species | Linognathus ovillus |
Also known as: Long-nosed louse — Sheep face louse
Identification
Linognathus ovillus is a sucking louse of sheep, also known as the 'sheep face louse' It is a dark blue louse, with a long, thin body.
The eggs are dark blue, and are not easily seen on the hair by the naked eye.
Life Cycle
The eggs generally hatch into nymphs within 2 weeks, and must undergo three further transformations before becoming mature adults. The complete cycle from an egg to an adult usually takes around 30 days.
The lice cause pediculosis.
Linognathus ovillus Learning Resources | |
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Literature Search Search for recent publications via CAB Abstract (CABI log in required) |
Linognathus ovillus publications |
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