Pygopsyllidae
- Pronunciation
- /PIG-op-sill-ID-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Pygopsyllid
- Plural
- Pygopsyllids
Definition
A family of parasitic fleas, often associated with certain types of mammals and birds.
Etymology
From Greek 'pygos', meaning 'round', and 'psylla', meaning 'flea'.
Example
Pygopsyllidae are frequently studied for their role as vectors of diseases in various animal populations.