Analysis of Findings and Host-Parasite Relations of the Tick Ixodestrianguliceps Birula, 1895 (Ixodidae, Ixodinae) in Northwestern Russia and in Neighboring European Countries.

The review summarizes and analyzes literary data on the distribution and host-parasite relations of the tick Ixodes trianguliceps Birula, 1895 (Ixodidae) in Northwestern Russia and adjacent European countries. Factors influencing population density of ticks, including habitats and main and additional hosts, are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]