Of the argasid, we have in the United States, several species which have been reported as attacking man. |
In habits and life history the argasid present striking characteristics. |
In habits and life history the typical Ixodid differ greatly from the argasid. |
Like others of the argasid, it resembles the bed-bug in its habit of feeding primarily at night. |
Argasid ticks can also release pathogens through excess liquid excreted from the coxal glands located adjacent to the first segment of the front legs. |
High densities of argasid ticks have been linked to egg and seabird nestlings desertion and lower survival of Cattle Egrets. |