Fleas: Ctencephalides spp.

Question 1

What do Ctencephalides spp. fleas look like?

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Answer 1

1. flattened laterally
2. powerful back legs
3. piercing/sucking mouth parts

Question 2

What do Ctencephalides spp. eggs look like?

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Answer 2

1. oval

2. white

Question 3

Why are Ctencephalides spp. important?

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Answer 3

1. irritation and itching
2. loss of body condition
3. flea allergy dermatitis
4. disease transmission

Question 4

How is Ctencephalides spp. diagnosed?

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Answer 4

1. fleas

2. flea dirt in hair coat

Question 5

How is Ctencephalides spp. controlled?

Answer 5

treat host and environment with insecticide