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| − | ''Lice'' are a family of parasitic insects which feed on blood. They are known to transmit a range of diseases. Head lice are the most commonly encountered by humans, and are distinguished by their lateral flattening and sucking mouthparts. | + | ''Lice'' are a family of parasitic insects which feed on [[blood]]. They are known to transmit a range of diseases. Head lice are the most commonly encountered by humans, and are distinguished by their lateral flattening and sucking mouthparts. |
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Revision as of 04:55, October 15, 2007
Lice are a family of parasitic insects which feed on blood. They are known to transmit a range of diseases. Head lice are the most commonly encountered by humans, and are distinguished by their lateral flattening and sucking mouthparts.