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Distribution
This species is known from Africa, Asia and south-eastern
Europe. It infrequently reaches Central Europe with migratory
birds, but has not been able to establish stable populations;
the first record of this species has been in 2015 (
Chitimia-Dobler
et al. 2016). The recent find of another adult specimen of
this species suggests that the species might become established
in Germany (Press release by Hohenheim University [
external
link]).
Biology
Similar to other species of the genus Hyalomma, this species is
an important vector for several animal and human pathogens,
including CCHF-Virus (Krim-Congo-Fever), Alkhurma-Virus (Arabian
haemorrhagic fever), and Rickettsia aeschlimannii (Moroccan tick
bite fever) (
Hoffman
et al. 2018,
Vanegas
et al. 2018).