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What are Ticks?

Ticks are small arachnids in the order Parasitiformers. Along with mites, they constitute subclass Acari. Ticks are ectoparasites, living by hematophagy on the blood of mammals, birds and sometime reptiles and amphibians. Ticks are vectors of a number of diseases that affect both humans and other animals

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Despite their poor reputation among human communities, ticks may play ecological role by culling inform animals and preventing over gazing of plant resources.

 

Behavior, Diet $ Habits Often found near wooded and highly vegetated area. Some species require moisture to survive. Females and Males both survive on blood of mammals, birds and reptiles. Each tick species have a preferred host, although most ticks feed on whatever blood is available to them. Thus, ticks are known to bite livestock, deer, humans, dogs and cats.

Reproduction   There are four stages in a tick’s lifecycle – egg, larval, nymphal and adult. Ticks have only six legs during their larval stage and eight legs during their nymphal and adult stages. They consume blood meals during all stages. Pathogens, or organisms that cause diseases in the animals they infect, can be passed through the stages of a tick’s life cycle.

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Signs of a Ticks / Tick Infestation Tick signs usually are the ticks themselves. Secondary signs can include medical symptoms from diseases or fluids transmitted by ticks. These can vary and are best left to a medical professional for diagnosis

Prevention / Control Ticks also seek safety in hidden locations within homes. Repairing any crevices or gaps and keeping grass cut short outside may discourage infestations. The disposal of all empty bird and rodent nesting materials is also necessary, as ticks will readily infest these items. Treatment for  ticks is not the same as for fleas. If you suspect a tick infestation, call your local pest management professional. Ticks found on pets or people require cautious and thorough removal. Ticks should be grasped behind the head by tweezers and pulled slowly away from the host’s skin. Crushing the tick may lead to the release of further dangerous fluids. It is important that the mouthparts be completely removed from the wound, as well. Infected areas should be thoroughly washed and disinfected. If there are medical concerns resulting from a tick or flea bite, seek medical attention immediately.

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