New Tick Species Alert: ‘Large and Aggressive’
The tick season has started in Sweden. People are asked to report new tick sightings. A new, large tick carries a dangerous virus.
The Swedish National Veterinary Institute (SVA) is asking for help. They want people to report seeing new types of ticks. One new tick, called the migratory tick, is a concern. It is up to three centimeters long and moves quickly. This tick can spread the blued fever virus, which is dangerous.
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Highlights
New Tick Species Identified
The Swedish National Veterinary Institute (SVA) is asking people to report new tick sightings.
Large and Aggressive Tick
The migratory tick is described as large, up to three centimeters, and aggressive.
Blued Fever Virus Risk
This tick can carry the dangerous blued fever virus.
Movement Pattern
Researchers say the tick moves like a spider and crawls quickly.
Tick Season Begins
The tick season has begun, prompting the SVA to issue a warning.