Lone Star Tick Amblyomma americanum (Linnaeus) (Acari: Ixodidae)

This document provides an overview of the lone star tick, Amblyomma americanum, detailing its distribution, life cycle, and medical significance. It highlights the tick’s ability to transmit various pathogens, including those causing ehrlichiosis, rickettsiosis, tularemia, and theileriosis. The art...

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Main Authors: Christopher J. Holderman, Phillip Kaufman
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries 2013-11-01
Series:EDIS
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Online Access:https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/138216