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Ixodes scapularis is commonly known as the deer tick or black-legged tick (although some people reserve the latter term for Ixodes pacificus, which is found on the west coast of the US), and in some parts of the US as the bear tick. [2] It was also named Ixodes dammini until it was shown to be the same species in 1993. [3]
With tick season right around the corner in most areas, we hope this tick-identification gallery will help you limit your risk and teach you a little more about these complex and creepy creatures.
Deer tick may refer to a few different Ixodes spp.: Ixodes scapularis, the eastern North America black-legged tick; Ixodes pacificus, the western North America black ...
Dermacentor variabilis, also known as the American dog tick or wood tick, is a species of tick that is known to carry bacteria responsible for several diseases in humans, including Rocky Mountain spotted fever and tularemia (Francisella tularensis). It is one of the best-known hard ticks. Diseases are spread when it sucks blood from the host.
There are three tick species most commonly associated with humans which include: Lone Star tick is reddish-brown to tan in color.The adult females are identified by a single white spot on the back.
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Complete thorough tick checks often. Especially after being outdoors, it’s important to scan the entire body for tick bites. Loafman notes that deer ticks are tiny, “so the skin inspection ...