Haemaphysalis aculeata
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Haemaphysalis aculeata Lavarra, 1904
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Haemaphysalis aculeata is a hard-bodied tick of the genus Haemaphysalis. It is found in India and Sri Lanka.[1]
Parasitism
Adults parasitize various mammals such as domestic cattle, buffaloes and domestic goats. It is a potential vector of Kyasanur Forest disease virus.[2][3]
References
- ^ "Species Details : Haemaphysalis aculeata Lavarra, 1904". Catalogue of Life. Retrieved 6 February 2017.
- ^ "Ixodid ticks on cattle and buffaloes in the Kyasanur forest disease area of Karnataka State [1981]". Indian Journal of Medical Research. Retrieved 6 February 2017.
- ^ "Tick parasites of domestic animals of Kerala, South India". Asian Journal of Animal and Veterinary Advances. Retrieved 6 February 2017.
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