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		<description><![CDATA[what kind of bug is this?
November 16, 2009
Aloha
i found this bug and several more on my dog and on my sofa. Is this a tick? please view photo and let me know if this is in fact a tick or if not what kind of bug is it?
thank you
gmr
Oahu Hawaii
Dear gmr,
This is indeed a Tick.







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Hi Bugman, Thanks for your site, I&#8217;ve been enjoying it many years now.
I live in Iron River, (Upper Peninsula) MI. There are so many ticks here that I use a lint roller/remover to take them from my clothing. I have learned to identify them but this little guy [...]


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		<title>Dog Tick</title>
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Dear Bugman,
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		<title>How To Contact Tick Specialists</title>
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