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How can the lone star marking help with tick identification?
An adult female lone star tick may show a pale central spot, but markings must be considered with anatomy, stage and geography.
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The adult female's central mark
This magnified CDC image shows the pale spot associated with an adult female lone star tick. The mouthparts and eight legs are also visible.
Do not identify every tick with a light patch from this example; reflections, debris and image quality can mislead.