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Short answer: Yes Ticks are parasites that prey on other living organisms. They require a blood meal in order to molt (develop to the next level of maturity) and to lay eggs. Ticks cling to the top of plants and long grass while waving their forelegs to catch and latch onto a passing host. Any larger mammal will do, including pets and people, although they predominately feed on deer. The tick clings to the host, drinking blood, until fully engorged, which may take 2 or 3 days. It then drops off to continue its life-cycle. If not yet mature, it will molt and repeat the process. A mature female, if mated before last major meal, will drop many eggs, which will hatch in days, producing six-legged larvae. Adult ticks have 8 legs and are related to arachnids. Ticks can transfer disease organisms from one host to another. After a walk through a field, it is wise to inspect pets, as well as clothing and hair for ticks. Ticks like to nestle under collars, elastic waist bands or bra straps. They also prefer the edge of hair lines and areas behind ears and at the nape of the neck, although they will latch on anywhere. To remove a tick, grasp it firmly with tweezers as close to the skin of the host as possible. Pull gently with steady firm pressure until the tick releases and can be pulled free. Do not yank, as this may leave a piece of the mouthparts imbedded in the host which could cause infection. Never apply anything to the tick (alcohol or heat). Simply pull until it lets go. Wash the area with warm soapy water and apply an antiseptic solution. Kill the tick. Because ticks are hard-shelled, they are hard to kill. Put it on a firm surface and hit it smartly with a hammer or a rock.
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