Ischnopsyllidae

 ( Fleas ) 

Ischnopsyllidae (Sometimes called a bat flea) is a family of belonging to the order Siphonaptera. They have primarily Parasitism bats, and have evolved to live in the fur of various bat species.

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Description An Ischnopsyllidae's body is generally less 5mm, which is laterally compressed to easier move through bat fur.

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Life cycle

Eggs are typically laid in a bats roost. The larva then eats organic matter in the roost before developing a Pupa near the roost. After it emerges as an adult, it finds a host to attach to.

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Genera

Genera:

• Alectopsylla Mahnert, 1976
• Allopsylla Beaucournu & Fain, 1982
• Aptilopsylla Ewing, 1940

Categories: Fleas, Insect Families

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