What is another word for phthirius?
Pronunciation: [fθˈɪɹɪəs] (IPA) 
Phthirius is a parasitic lice genus that affects both humans and animals alike. It is often referred to by several synonyms such as Pediculus, Pthirus, and Phthirus. These different names are often used to refer to specific species of the parasitic lice such as Pediculus humanus or Pthirus pubis, which target humans. Other synonyms for phthirius include Pubic lice or crab lice, which refer specifically to the species Pthirus pubis, and head lice, which may refer to Pediculus humanus capitis. These different names may be used depending on the specific context and location of the infestation.
