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Cat flea

Ctenocephalides felis

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The Cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis) is a species in the genus Ctenocephalides. Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Europe (6 countries), and North America (United States).

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇿 Czech Republic 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇪🇪 Estonia

Names in Other Languages

German Katzenfloh

Similar Species in Ctenocephalides

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Flea
Ctenocephalides canis
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cat flea?
The scientific name of Cat flea is Ctenocephalides felis. It belongs to the genus Ctenocephalides.
Where does Cat flea live?
Cat flea is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Europe (6 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Norway, South Africa, Sweden, United States.
What family does Cat flea belong to?
Cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis) belongs to the genus Ctenocephalides, which is part of the taxonomic family Pulicidae.
What kingdom does Cat flea belong to?
Cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).
What are the closest relatives of Cat flea?
The closest relatives of Cat flea in the genus Ctenocephalides include Flea.

Native Range — 8 Countries

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Genus Ctenocephalides — 2 Species

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Flea
Ctenocephalides canis
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Cat flea
Ctenocephalides felis
NE
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