Adult paralysis tick, and an engorged paralysis tick after feeding The Australian paralysis tick Ixodes holocyclus receives its name from the highly potent toxin it injects into its victims whilst it feeds. This toxin is only dangerous to humans through prolonged contact or in the event of a severe allergic reaction, however in regards to our pets, this toxin can cause paralysis and in some cases, death. The paralysis ticks size and appearance can vary as highlighted by the image above, but generally if found, the paralysis tick may […]
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