Illinois encounters Asian Longhorned Tick, a new invasive species with unknown damage potential.
Illinois faces an emerging threat from the Asian Longhorned Tick, a newly discovered invasive species with unknown damage potential for animals and humans. Capable of carrying tick-borne diseases affecting cattle, ticks pose multiple risks during summer months, including Lyme disease, tick paralysis, and allergic reactions. Experts still need to determine the extent of harm this new tick species may cause.
May 18, 2024
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