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argasid
[ ahr-guh-sid ]
noun
- any of the numerous ticks of the family Argasidae, comprising the soft ticks.
adjective
- belonging or pertaining to the family Argasidae.
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Of the Argasid, we have in the United States, several species which have been reported as attacking man.
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In habits and life history the typical Ixodid differ greatly from the Argasid.
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As mere parasites of man, apart from their power to transmit disease, the Ixodid are much less important than the Argasid.
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Like others of the Argasid, it resembles the bed-bug in its habit of feeding primarily at night.
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In habits and life history the Argasid present striking characteristics.
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