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Ctenocephalides Felis |
Adult Cat Flea |
It is about 1/16″ long and are usually found on the host. |
This flea is found on cats and dogs. |
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Dermacentor Variabilis |
American Dog Tick |
It is about 1/4″ long and have variable white markings. |
This tick is found on dogs and other large animals. |
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Amblyomma Maculatum |
Gulf Coast Tick |
Similar to the dog tick in appearance. |
This tick is found in the Southeastern United States. It’s hosts consist of large animals such as cattle and deer. |
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Ixodes Scapularis |
Black Legged Tick |
Adult ticks are dark, reddish brown color with dark brown to black legs. |
This tick is found in the Southeastern United States along trails, paths and roadways. |
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Rhipicephalus Sanguineus |
Brown Dog Tick |
Adults are 3/16″ long and are uniformly reddish-brown in color. |
This tick is the most prevalent pets on dogs. |
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Amblyomma Americanum |
Lone Star Tick |
This tick has a silvery spot on dorsal shield. |
This tick is one of the most coomon on humans and has prevented the development of some areas |
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Ornithodorous Turicata |
Relapsing Fever Tick |
This tick is a soft tick and does not have mouthparts visible from above. |
This tick is found amongst rat and mouse habitats since these are their preferred hosts. |