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A new species of tick is currently spreading in Europe. The parasites can transmit dangerous diseases. The species has now also been discovered in Italy.
Trieste — The so-called Hyalomma tick (Hyalomma marginatum) is currently causing a stir in Germany. The tick, which is atypical for the region, is causing concern among researchers. This is because the tick species is unusually large and aggressive. Populations of the new species have now been detected in northeastern Italy. Researchers from the Trieste City Museum of Natural History recently discovered it in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region.
Tick species discovered in northeast Italy: actually occurs in Africa or Asia
In fact, the north-east of Italy does not offer the right climate for the parasites. They are normally found in dry and very hot areas in Africa, Asia and the southern Mediterranean.
In one Press release The Municipal Museum of Natural History of Trieste states that ticks have been introduced in isolated cases in the past, but have not spread due to the bad weather conditions. climateRising temperatures due to climate change have now led to the spread of the Hyalomma tick in the province of Trieste. In Germany, too, it is assumed that this tick species will spread in the coming years.
Researchers discover tick species in unusual region: Hyalomma tick is larger and more aggressive
The Hyalomma tick is different from the known ticks in the region. It is larger and, unlike other species, hunts humans and animals. It is also primarily found in open, sunny areas with short grass and stones.
Like other ticks, the new species can carry dangerous Diseases In Spain, a Hyalomma tick is said to have recently infected a man with Crimean-Congo fever. However, the size of the tick species also has an advantage: it makes it easier to spot and remove. The rapid removal of the parasites after a tick bite is very important: Robert Koch Institute points out that this can significantly reduce the risk of infection with Borrelia. (jus)
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