argasid

Meaning

A member of the tick family Argasidae, characterized by a leathery, non-rigid body and a preference for hiding in host shelters rather than remaining attached to the host for long periods.

Examples

• The argasid tick is often colloquially referred to as a soft tick because of its flexible cuticle.
• Researchers identified the presence of an argasid infestation within the old pigeon coop.