Parasitic phase of Anocentor nitens ( Acarina : Ixodidae) in cattle

Abstract

The parasitic phase of Anocentor nitens (Neumann) in cattle was studied. Larval stage was present up to 15 days post infestation (p.i.), concomitant with nymphae from day 8 p.i. Nymphae were observed up to day 23 p.i., adults being seen from day 15 p.i. onwards.  Male ticks disclosed active movements from day 17 p.i. .and- detachment of engorged females began 22 to 24 days p.i. Massive detachment occurred from day 28 p.i. Preferential sites of parasitic stages were ear and neck (lateral side).