Pulex (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Pulicidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The type genus of the Pulicidae family is Pulex, commonly known as fleas, which are ectoparasites that feed on the blood of mammals and birds.
- Pulex irritans, also known as the human flea, is one of the most well-known species within this genus.
- The genus Pulex is known for its unique characteristics, such as its jumping ability and its preference for warm-blooded hosts.
- Fleas belonging to the genus Pulex have been found on a wide range of hosts, including humans, dogs, cats, and rodents.
- Pulex species are known vectors of various diseases, including typhus and tularemia, which can be transmitted to humans through their bites.