Fleas Flashcards
1
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Ctenocephalides felis
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On cats and dogs. Feral cats and opossums main reservoirs.
2
Q
General characteristics
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Insect that undergoes complete metamorphosis. Life cycle temperature dependent. Mate within 24 hours and can produce 40-50 eggs per day. Adult flea feces essential for growth for larvae.
3
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C. felis characteristics
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Susceptible to dessication, cannot withstand extreme temps. Cocoons sticky and coat with debris. Pupae most tolerant.
4
Q
How does development into adult occur?
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Pre-emerged adult receives stimulus, either mechanical, CO2, or temperature. Can be delayed. Adults have positive phototaxis and negative geotaxis..
5
Q
How do animals acquire fleas?
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From newly emerged ones is most common. Transmit diseases.
