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Winter tick

Dermacentor albipictus

Taxonomy

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

About

Dermacentor albipictus, the winter tick, is a species of hard tick that is an external parasite of moose (Alces alces) in North America. Heavy infestations of up to 75,000 ticks have been seen on single moose, and can lead to the death of the animal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Winter tick?
The scientific name of Winter tick is Dermacentor albipictus.
What kingdom does Winter tick belong to?
Winter tick belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Winter tick belong to?
Winter tick belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Winter tick belong to?
Winter tick belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does Winter tick belong to?
Winter tick belongs to the order Ixodida.
What family does Winter tick belong to?
Winter tick belongs to the family Ixodidae.
What genus does Winter tick belong to?
Winter tick belongs to the genus Dermacentor.