Lone Star Tick (Amblyomma americanum)

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• Corporate Authors:
  National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (U.S.). Division of Vector-Borne Diseases.
• Description:
  The lone star tick (Amblyomma americanum) transmits Ehrlichia chaffeensis and Ehrlichia ewingii, causing human ehrlichiosis, tularemia, and STARI. The lone star tick is primarily found in the southeastern and eastern United States. White-tailed deer are a major host of lone star ticks and appear to represent one natural reservoir for E. chaffeensis. A. americanum larvae and nymphs feed on birds and deer. Both nymphal and adult ticks may be associated with the transmission of pathogens to humans. ; ABOUT THIS MAP: This map shows the extent of established Amblyomma americanum tick populations, commonly known as lone star ticks. However, tick abundance within this area varies locally. The map does not represent the risk of contracting any specific tickborne illness. Please consult your local health department or USDA Cooperative Extension office to learn about the risks of tickborne disease in your local area. ; Rev. 07/2011
• Subjects:
  • Arachnid Vectors
  • Ixodidae
  • Tick Infestations
• Document Type:
  Still Image
• Genre:
  Map
• Place as Subject:
  United States
• Pages in Document:
  1 map
• Download URL:
  https://stacks.cdc.gov/view/cdc/25414/cdc_25414_DS1.pdf
• File Type:
  [PDF - 1.35 MB]
• Collection(s):
  Stephen B. Thacker CDC Library
• Main Document Checksum:
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