Ctenocephalides
Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of fleas: "Ctenocephalides" is a scientific genus name for a group of fleas, which are small, wingless, blood-sucking insects. This term is primarily used in zoological and entomological contexts.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The veterinarian identified the parasite as Ctenocephalides felis, the common cat flea.
- Ctenocephalides canis is known to infest dogs.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific literature: The term is used in taxonomic descriptions and research papers.
- The study focused on the life cycle of Ctenocephalides.
Variants and Related Words
- Ctenocephalides felis (n): The cat flea, a specific species within this genus.
- Ctenocephalides canis (n): The dog flea, another species within this genus.
Synonyms
- Flea genus: A general term for a taxonomic group of fleas.
Noun
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an arthropod genus of fleas
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