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genus pulex

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  1. Pulex, genus Pulexnoun

    type genus of the Pulicidae

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  1. genus pulex

    Genus pulex is a category of classification in biological taxonomy. This genus belongs to the family Pulicidae and is characterized by species of small, wingless ectoparasites known as fleas. These organisms feed by hematophagy, or consumption of the blood of mammals, particularly humans and animals. The most widely recognized species within this genus is Pulex irritans, commonly known as human flea. The members of this genus are typically characterized by their laterally compressed bodies, hind legs adapted for jumping, and sharp mouthparts for penetrating skin and sucking blood.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of genus pulex in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of genus pulex in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

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