
Community identification
Tick (likely a hard tick)
Ixodidae; species cannot be determined from this image
- Order & Family
- Ixodida, family Ixodidae
- Size
- Often about 2–10 mm as adults, varying by species and feeding state.
Natural Habitat
Ticks occur in vegetation, leaf litter, and on animal hosts; this one appears to be indoors.
Diet & Feeding
Ticks feed on the blood of mammals, birds, reptiles, or amphibians.
Behavior Patterns
They attach to hosts to feed; females may enlarge substantially after feeding. The image is too unclear to determine species or life stage.
Risks & Benefits
Some species transmit diseases to people and animals. They also serve as food for wildlife.