Hawk Lice

Pronunciation
/hahk lahys/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Hawk louse
Plural
Hawk lice

Definition

A type of chewing louse that infests birds, belonging to the family Philopteridae.

Etymology

From the common name 'hawk' and 'lice'.

Example

Hawk lice are often found on the feathers of large birds of prey.

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