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Soft Ticks - Overseas
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The complete life cyle should be done in around a month. However, under sub-optimal conditions it may be longer.
The complete life cyle should be done in around a month. However, under sub-optimal conditions it may be longer.
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==''Argas reflexus''==
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==Hosts==
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Pigeon
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==Identification==
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They are around 9mm in length and reddish brown in colour. They also have distinct irregular grooves along the lateral edges.
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==Life Cycle==
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Similar to that of ''A. persicus''. The number of nymphal stages vary from 2-4, and their complete life cycle may take up to 11 years.
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==''Argas walkerae''==
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==Hosts==
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Chicken
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==Life Cycle==
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Similar to ''A. persicus'' with three nymphal stages.
''Ornithodoros spp.''
''Ornithodoros spp.''
*Warmer climates worldwide
*Warmer climates worldwide
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