ement, personal protection, chemical, and biological controls offer the best defense against these arachnids and the diseases they transmit. Continued research and public awareness are vital to reduce the health impact of ticks and safeguard human and animal populations from their risks. Keywords
is, and treatment. External Parasites: Ticks, Fleas, and Mites Ticks: The Stealthy Bloodsuckers Ticks are among the most concerning external parasites due to their ability to transmit serious diseases such as Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. They are arachnids that latch
ance Ticks are often exposed to varying environmental conditions. They possess physiological mechanisms such as excretory glands and cuticular modifications to regulate water balance and resist desiccation, especially during off-ho
