Chicken body louse

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The Chicken body louse (Menacanthus stramineus) is a species in the genus Menacanthus. Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Norway, Sweden, and United States.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Gliederfüßer)

Class

Insecta (Insekten)

Order

Psocodea (Psocodea)

Family

Menoponidae

Genus

Menacanthus

Species

Menacanthus stramineus (Chicken body louse)

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Louse

Menacanthus eurysternus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Chicken body louse?

The scientific name of Chicken body louse is Menacanthus stramineus. It belongs to the genus Menacanthus.

Where does Chicken body louse live?

Chicken body louse is found in Distributed across Norway, Sweden, and United States.. Countries include Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Chicken body louse belong to?

Chicken body louse (Menacanthus stramineus) belongs to the genus Menacanthus, which is part of the taxonomic family Menoponidae.

What kingdom does Chicken body louse belong to?

Chicken body louse (Menacanthus stramineus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Chicken body louse?

The closest relatives of Chicken body louse in the genus Menacanthus include Louse.