Hybothiridae
- Pronunciation
- /hi-both-IR-i-deae/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Hybothiridae
- Plural
- Hybothiridae
Definition
A family of parasitic lice associated with birds, belonging to the order Phthiraptera.
Etymology
The name derives from Greek 'hybos' meaning 'humped', and '-thiridae' related to lice.
Example
Birds infested with Hybothiridae lice often exhibit feathers damaged by the parasites.