order Mallophaga

ریشه

From the Greek words 'mallos' meaning 'wool' and 'phagein' meaning 'to eat', referring to their habit of feeding on feathers and hair.

مثال

• The Order Mallophaga infests the feathers and hair of birds and mammals.
• Chewing lice belong to the Order Mallophaga.
• Mallophaga are known for their specialized mouthparts for chewing.