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They serve an important role in an ecosystem by taking energy from hosts higher on the food chain and bringing it back to the lower end of the food chain. Birds and other insects feed on ticks, cycling the energy.
(i still think we could do without them, over all i think it would be good thing)
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoThere is no purpose for a tick. They are just part of a food chain.
By:Henry O-Drum
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Are there ticks in Kodiak Alaska?
Ticks are not native to Alaska. If you have ticks, you brought them with you.
What use do ticks have?
ticks have no use
What is a group of ticks called?
ticks
Are ticks segmented worms?
No, ticks are not segmented worms.
Kill ticks by flushing?
No - ticks are killed by alcohol .
Ticks on people?
Yes, ticks will feed on people.
What is the host of ticks?
Usually, ticks go after blood.
What is the name of all 8 ticks?
If you are referring to ticks the ectoparasites, there are 800-900 species of ticks know on this planet.
How do you treat German shepherd if they have ticks?
Gently pull the ticks off the dog with gloves on. If you are concerned the ticks passed a disease to the dog, save the ticks and show the vet to test them
Can a person hear ticks in the woods as the ticks move around?
no
Can ticks live in the desert?
Yes, ticks can and do live in the desert.
Can snakes carry ticks?
Yes, snakes can carry ticks.
