American dog tick
US /əˌmer.ɪ.kən ˈdɔːɡ tɪk/
UK /əˈmer.ɪ.kən dɒɡ tɪk/
名词
美洲狗蜱
a species of tick (Dermacentor variabilis) found in North America, known for transmitting diseases like Rocky Mountain spotted fever and tularemia
示例:
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The hiker checked his legs for an American dog tick after walking through tall grass.
徒步旅行者穿过高草后检查了腿上是否有美洲狗蜱。
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Preventing bites from the American dog tick is crucial in areas where Rocky Mountain spotted fever is prevalent.
在落基山斑疹热流行的地区，预防美洲狗蜱叮咬至关重要。