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Definition of Melophagus ovinus
1. Noun. Wingless fly that is an external parasite on sheep and cattle.
Exact synonyms: Sheep Ked, Sheep Tick, Sheep-tick
Generic synonyms: Hippoboscid, Louse Fly
Group relationships: Genus Melophagus, Melophagus
Generic synonyms: Hippoboscid, Louse Fly
Group relationships: Genus Melophagus, Melophagus
Medical Definition of Melophagus ovinus
1. A wingless, flattened, hairy, leathery parasitic fly found in the wool of sheep and on goats; it is widespread in sheep, in which it sucks blood and causes much skin irritation. Synonym: ked. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Melophagus Ovinus
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