Tick Behavior Insights
Ticks exhibit different questing behaviors depending on their environment, with those in Texas staying low to avoid dehydration, unlike their northern counterparts. This behavior, combined with lower infection rates in Texas due to their feeding on less susceptible lizards, contributes to the reduced spread of Lyme disease. However, climate change and suburban expansion may lead to longer tick seasons and increased human encounters with ticks, prompting research into potential vaccines for both cattle and humans.In this clip
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