Ctenophthalmidae
- Pronunciation
- /tek-ten-of-THAL-muh-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Ctenophthalmid
- Plural
- Ctenophthalmidae
Definition
A family of fleas in the order Siphonaptera. They are ectoparasites primarily parasitizing mammals and birds.
Etymology
From Greek 'ktenes', meaning 'comb' or 'brush', and 'ophthalmos', meaning 'eye'.
Example
Ctenophthalmidae are often found on the bodies of their hosts, feeding on blood.