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Overview
Biology
Reproduction: Horse lice undergo simple metamorphosis, with egg, nymph, and adult stages. Adult female lice lay eggs or nits, which are attached to the hairs of their host. The nymphs hatch from these eggs and go through several molts before becoming adults.
Feeding: Biting lice feed on skin scales, hair, and debris, while sucking lice feed on the blood of their host. Sucking lice use their specialized mouthparts to pierce the skin and access blood vessels. This blood-feeding behavior can lead to anemia and skin irritation in infested horses.
Food
Biting Lice: Biting lice primarily feed on skin scales, hair, and debris. Their feeding can lead to itching, hair loss, and skin irritation in horses.
Sucking Lice: Sucking lice feed on the blood of their hosts. Their bites can cause discomfort and skin irritation and may result in anemia, especially in severe infestations.
Horse lice are ectoparasitic insects that infest horses and other equines, such as donkeys and mules. They feed on the skin, hair, and blood of their hosts, which can cause discomfort and various health issues in infested animals.
Description
Horse lice are ectoparasitic insects that infest horses and other equines, such as donkeys and mules. They feed on the skin, hair, and blood of their hosts, which can cause discomfort and various health issues in infested animals.
Habitat
Horse lice are typically found on the skin and hair of their equine hosts. They are most commonly found in areas with dense fur or hair, such as the mane, tail, and neck. Lice infestations can occur in a variety of equine environments, including pastures, barns, and stables.
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