Spinose ear tick

Pronunciation
/SPINEEZ EAR TICK/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Spinose ear tick
Plural
Spinose ear ticks

Definition

A tick species ( *Otobius megnini* ) that primarily affects livestock and humans, characterized by its prominent spines on the nymph stage.

Etymology

From Latin 'spina', meaning 'spine' or 'thorn', and 'ear'.

Example

The spinose ear tick is a common pest in stables and animal shelters.

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