Biting Louse (Noun)
Meaning
Wingless insect with mouth parts adapted for biting; mostly parasitic on birds.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The bird's feathers were infested with biting lice that made it difficult for it to fly.
- Biting louse infestations in poultry farms can lead to significant economic losses if left untreated.
- Experts warn that excessive use of pesticides can harm the ecosystem and trigger a surge in biting louse populations.
- After a thorough inspection, the veterinary technician diagnosed the hen with a severe case of biting louse infestation.
- Farmers often rely on topical treatments to control biting louse infections in their bird stocks.