English: Argas adult, lateral. Genus characteristics: 1- Body profile is a regular oval viewed dorsally; body length of adult is approx 6mm. 2- Dorsal and ventral surfaces of body meet to form a distinct lateral margin or suture. 3- Integument has rough texture of fine irregular ridges and discs; setae are sparse and short; body is yellow/brown. 4- A scutum (or dorsal plate) is never present. 5- Eyes are absent. 6- Legs are long and slender; they end in a pair of claws but pulvilli are absent; setae are sparse and short. 7- Mouthparts are small and ventral (may project anteriorly in larva of some species). 8- Spiracle is small and situated above legs 3 to 4.
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