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mallophaga

/məˈlɒf.ə.ɡə/

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noun

/məˈlɒf.ə.ɡə/C2formalscientific
  • ruНаучный термин, обозначающий подотряд паразитических насекомых, известных как пухоеды, которые поражают птиц и иногда млекопитающих.

A scientific term referring to a suborder of parasitic insects known as biting lice, which infest birds and occasionally mammals.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Biting liceC2formalscientific

    An order of small, wingless insects that are external parasites of birds and mammals, feeding on feathers, fur, and skin debris.

    ruПухоеды

    • Mallophaga are commonly found on domestic chickens and other birds.
    • The veterinarian identified the infestation as Mallophaga.
    • Birds with heavy Mallophaga infestations may show signs of feather damage.
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