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

  1. Menopon gallinae, the chicken body louse, is a common ectoparasite found on poultry.
  2. The menopon gallinae infestation can cause irritation, restlessness, and reduced egg production in chickens.
  3. The adult menopon gallinae is a small, oval, and flat insect that measures around 2 millimeters in length.
  4. Menopon gallinae lays its eggs on the feathers or skin of the host bird.
  5. The eggs of menopon gallinae hatch into nymphs that feed on the bird's skin and feathers.
  6. Infestations of menopon gallinae can spread quickly through a flock of chickens in close contact.
  7. The prevention and control of menopon gallinae infestations involve maintaining good hygiene and using insecticides.
  8. Poultry farmers should regularly inspect their chickens for signs of menopon gallinae infestation.
  9. Severe infestations of menopon gallinae can lead to skin damage, feather loss, and secondary infections in chickens.
  10. Menopon gallinae is a problem for poultry production worldwide, causing significant economic losses.

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a louse parasitic on poultry

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

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.