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American Dog Tick

Dermacentor variabilis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Ixodida ›Family: Ixodidae ›Genus: Dermacentor

About

Dermacentor variabilis, also known as the American dog tick or wood tick, is a species of tick that is known to carry bacteria responsible for several diseases in humans, including Rocky Mountain spotted fever and tularemia (Francisella tularensis). It is one of the most well-known hard ticks. Diseases are spread when it sucks blood from the host, which could take several days for the host to experience some symptoms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Dog Tick?
The scientific name of American Dog Tick is Dermacentor variabilis.
What kingdom does American Dog Tick belong to?
American Dog Tick belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does American Dog Tick belong to?
American Dog Tick belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does American Dog Tick belong to?
American Dog Tick belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does American Dog Tick belong to?
American Dog Tick belongs to the order Ixodida.
What family does American Dog Tick belong to?
American Dog Tick belongs to the family Ixodidae.
What genus does American Dog Tick belong to?
American Dog Tick belongs to the genus Dermacentor.