Her name is Hyalomma, she comes from Africa and when she is full she can measure up to 2.5 centimeters in circumference.
News from zoology: In January, the giant tick species Hyalomma was first discovered in Vorarlberg. The little animal clearly had an urge to be in the spotlight and therefore deliberately wandered into the playground of the natural history museum “inatura Dornbirn” to actually be discovered there.
The tick was only able to enjoy its fame for a short time, as it was killed “gently” (in alcohol) and eventually sent to Vienna to conduct further research on the leech.
No need to panic
Klaus Zimmermann from “inatura” can reassure anyone who is afraid and no longer wants to go into the woods: “The tick species is something new that will still be observed. But there is no need to panic.” Although the animals can transmit tropical diseases such as Crimean Congo fever or typhoid fever, all ten specimens ever found in Austria were not infected with these types of diseases.
These ticks are horse lovers
In addition, the ticks prefer to attach themselves to horses and cattle, humans are not among their favorite hosts. The animals originate from Africa and, according to Zimmermann, are usually brought in by migratory birds: “They migrate north in the spring, where the ticks can then jump off and develop further – provided that it is warm and dry enough locally.” , the greater the chance of survival. The specimen found in Vorarlberg was already mature.
Accurate observers
The species Hyalomma can be recognized by its size and striped legs. In addition, the animals have eyes with which they can observe their victims well. This anatomical equipment also allows the leeches to track down potential hosts.
Source: Krone
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