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Sheep ked

Insect — Diptera

What is an opportunist?

An "opportunist" is a population (fungi, bacteria, insects…) that takes advantage of a favourable environment to settle in, multiply and feed on it. It often develops when the natural defences of the affected organism are weakened — for genetic reasons or linked to context (water stress, deficiencies, nutritional imbalances, overcrowding…). This is typically the case in monocultures, where a single host plant, uniform and present in large numbers, offers ideal ground for it to spread.

Identification key : Flies (brachyceran Diptera) (Adult (and nymphs resembling the adult)) Lice and other wingless animal parasites (Adult (and nymphs resembling the adult))

Scientific name : Melophagus ovinus

Wingless, tick-like fly that spends its whole life in sheep's wool, feeding on blood.

Source : Wikipedia — Melophagus ovinus — Wikipedia

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See also

Animal species

Sheep

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