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Carrapato do boi

Rhipicephalus microplus

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Asian blue tick (Rhipicephalus microplus) is a species in the genus Rhipicephalus. Typically found in terrestrial habitats from forests to deserts.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in terrestrial habitats from forests to deserts.

Widely distributed across Africa (Benin, South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Oceania and the Pacific (Papua New Guinea), and South America (4 countries).

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇧🇯 Benin 🇧🇴 Bolivia 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇵🇪 Peru 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Bermejas
Portuguese Carrapato do boi

Similar Species in Rhipicephalus

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Carrapato vermelho do cao
Rhipicephalus sanguineus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Carrapato do boi?
The scientific name of Carrapato do boi is Rhipicephalus microplus. It belongs to the genus Rhipicephalus.
Where does Carrapato do boi live?
Carrapato do boi is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Benin, South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Oceania and the Pacific (Papua New Guinea), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Benin, Bolivia, Colombia, Papua New Guinea, Peru, South Africa, Taiwan, Venezuela.
What family does Carrapato do boi belong to?
Carrapato do boi (Rhipicephalus microplus) belongs to the genus Rhipicephalus, which is part of the taxonomic family Ixodidae.
What kingdom does Carrapato do boi belong to?
Carrapato do boi (Rhipicephalus microplus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Carrapato do boi?
The closest relatives of Carrapato do boi in the genus Rhipicephalus include Carrapato vermelho do cao.

Native Range — 8 Countries

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Genus Rhipicephalus — 2 Species

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Carrapato do boi
Rhipicephalus microplus
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Carrapato vermelho do cao
Rhipicephalus sanguineus
NE
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