Amblyomma variegatum
Amblyomma variegatum, commonly known as the tropical bont tick, is a species of tick of the genus Amblyomma endemic to Africa. It has spread from its centre of origin to several countries, including the Caribbean islands, where it is known as the Senegalese tick and the Antigua gold tick. They are vividly coloured and have a substantial impact on livestock, primarily through their transmission of diseases. They are three-host hard ticks that have been found on a variety of domesticated species such camels, cattle, goats, sheep, dogs, and various species of wildlife.
