menopon gallinae (Meaning)
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menopon gallinae (n)
a louse parasitic on poultry
Synonyms & Antonyms of menopon gallinae
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menopon gallinae Sentence Examples
- Menopon gallinae, the chicken body louse, is a common ectoparasite found on poultry.
- The menopon gallinae infestation can cause irritation, restlessness, and reduced egg production in chickens.
- The adult menopon gallinae is a small, oval, and flat insect that measures around 2 millimeters in length.
- Menopon gallinae lays its eggs on the feathers or skin of the host bird.
- The eggs of menopon gallinae hatch into nymphs that feed on the bird's skin and feathers.
- Infestations of menopon gallinae can spread quickly through a flock of chickens in close contact.
- The prevention and control of menopon gallinae infestations involve maintaining good hygiene and using insecticides.
- Poultry farmers should regularly inspect their chickens for signs of menopon gallinae infestation.
- Severe infestations of menopon gallinae can lead to skin damage, feather loss, and secondary infections in chickens.
- Menopon gallinae is a problem for poultry production worldwide, causing significant economic losses.
FAQs About the word menopon gallinae
a louse parasitic on poultry
No synonyms found.
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Menopon gallinae, the chicken body louse, is a common ectoparasite found on poultry.
The menopon gallinae infestation can cause irritation, restlessness, and reduced egg production in chickens.
The adult menopon gallinae is a small, oval, and flat insect that measures around 2 millimeters in length.
Menopon gallinae lays its eggs on the feathers or skin of the host bird.
