Ctenocephalus (Noun)
Meaning
A former usage synonymous with Ctenocephalides.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The entomologist discussed how the flea species Ctenocephalus canis caused discomfort to its host animal.
- Ctenocephalus is an obsolete term for a flea genus predominantly infesting mammals and birds.
- Veterinarians previously referred to Ctenocephalus as the primary flea species responsible for parasite-infested pets.
- Research indicates that the Ctenocephalus flea played a crucial role in transmitting diseases between its hosts.
- Biologists have long considered Ctenocephalus to be a synonym of the more widely accepted term Ctenocephalides.