Bug Identifier
Tick (likely a hard tick)
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.
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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.