Parasites

Sandflies: Small and Mean

Two millimeters in size, with fine wings, beige bodies and black beady eyes – sandflies don’t look like they could spread fear and terror. But they can be mean, especially in the tropics and subtropics, but also in the Mediterranean region. Because there, the little bloodsuckers can transmit an infectious disease that can be fatal … Sandflies: Small and Mean

Ticks – Eight-legged Bloodsuckers

How can I recognize a tick? Ticks belong to the mites, i.e. the arachnids. Adults have eight legs, although nymphal stages may have only six legs. They are three to twelve millimeters in size, depending on their age. Their body consists of two parts: The anterior part of the head with the legs, and the … Ticks – Eight-legged Bloodsuckers