FAMILY PEDICULIDAE Meaning and
Definition
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Family Pediculidae is a taxonomic family of insects commonly known as lice. Lice are tiny, wingless parasitic insects that infest the hair, feathers, or fur of mammals, including humans. The Family Pediculidae is a part of the order Phthiraptera, which includes two major suborders: Anoplura, or sucking lice, and Mallophaga, or chewing lice. The Family Pediculidae falls under the suborder Anoplura.
Lice belonging to the Family Pediculidae have a highly adapted mouthpart known as a rostrum, which allows them to pierce the skin or scalp of their host animal and feed on their blood. These ectoparasites have flattened bodies and strong legs, which enable them to cling tightly to hair shafts or the plumage of their hosts. They have specialized claws that help them crawl and grip on the hair or feathers.
The life cycle of lice in the Family Pediculidae typically includes three stages: eggs, known as nits, nymphs, and adult lice. Nits are usually laid on the hair or feathers close to the host's scalp or body and are attached using a sticky substance secreted by the female louse. Nymphs hatch from the nits and develop into adults through a series of molts.
Infestations of lice from the Family Pediculidae can cause various symptoms, including itching, irritation, and skin rashes. They can also transmit certain diseases or infections. Treatment usually involves using medicated shampoos or lotions that kill the lice and their eggs.
Overall, the Family Pediculidae encompasses a diverse group of parasitic insects adapted
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Etymology of FAMILY PEDICULIDAE
The word "Family Pediculidae" comes from the word "Pediculus", which is the genus name for the common human head lice. The term "Family" in biology refers to a taxonomic rank, indicating a higher classification level than genus but lower than order. Pediculidae is a Latinized form of the word "pediculus", which means "louse" in Latin. Therefore, "Family Pediculidae" refers to the taxonomic family that includes lice, specifically the Pediculus genus.
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