Trichodectidae

Pronunciation
/tri-ko-DEK-ti-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Trichodectid
Plural
Trichodectidae

Definition

A family of chewing lice (order Phthiraptera), sometimes called mammal chewing lice.

Etymology

From Greek 'trichos', meaning 'hair', and 'dektin', meaning 'to bite'.

Example

Trichodectidae are found on various mammals, including cattle, sheep, and horses.

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