Pulex irritans

 

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Phylogeny:                     Order Siphonoptera

 

Metamorphosis:                      Complete

 

Geographical location:            Europe and Western United States

 

Organs affected:                      Skin

 

Symptoms and clinical signs:  Itching dermatitis

 

Diseases transmitted:              None

 

Treatment/control:                            Environmental control with insecticides