(Latin: Pediculus humanus var. capitis) The head louse attaches its eggs firmly to hairs close to the scalp. The eggs are extremely tenacious and can only be removed from the hair by using a fine comb and much effort. Even frequent washing of the hair may not be sufficient to remove them. The empty eggshells […]
Body louse
( Latin: Pediculus humanus var. corporis ) Found only on the body and in clothing, the body louse lays its eggs in the seams and in similar sheltered places. It is somewhat hardier than the head louse and at 23° C it can live for 4 days without access to blood. The best conditions for […]