Tick Borne Diseases of Public Significance and Integrated Vector Management
Tick bio powerpoint[1]
1. THE TICK By: Omar Catchings Aaron Vilaubi & Eric Lara
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4. Structure-Function . Fused cephalothorax and abdomen: allows more bracing for body . Capitulum: enters host to withdraw food . Chelicera: pierces the host’s skin . Hypostome: acts as the hook to anchor the tick to the host . Dorsal shield: exoskeleton that provides support and protection