Ctenocephalides
Scientific name: Ctenocephalides
Ctenocephalides
Scientific name: Ctenocephalides
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Description
The genus Ctenocephalides consists of small parasites famously known for their role in affecting the health of other animals. Fleas of the Ctenocephalides genus can transmit serious diseases such as typhus and tapeworms. These creatures have remarkable jumping abilities, capable of leaping distances over one hundred times their body length, powered by specialized legs. This astonishing feat is not just for display but a crucial survival tactic in their lifecycle.
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