Community identification
Tick
Acari, likely a hard tick (family Ixodidae); species cannot be determined from the photo
- Order & Family
- Ixodida; Ixodidae
- Size
- About 2–10 mm unfed, depending on species and life stage; larger when engorged.
Natural Habitat
Ticks occur in grass, leaf litter, and wooded or brushy areas; they may enter homes on people or pets.
Diet & Feeding
All life stages feed on the blood of mammals, birds, or reptiles.
Behavior Patterns
Ticks wait on vegetation or seek hosts, then attach and feed for hours to days. They develop through larval, nymphal, and adult stages.
Risks & Benefits
Some species transmit diseases to people and animals. The image is not clear enough to identify the species or assess disease risk.