Amblyomma americanum, commonly known as the Lone Star Tick, is identifiable by the distinctive white spot on the back of adult females. It inhabits wooded or grassy areas across the southeastern United States. Notably aggressive, it actively seeks hosts, including humans, and can transmit diseases such as ehrlichiosis and tularemia.

Amblyomma americanum, commonly known as the lone star tick, is native to the southeastern United States. It is primarily found in states such as Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Alabama, and Georgia. However, its range has expanded northward and westward, reaching as far as Maine, Iowa, and even parts of Canada.

The lone star tick thrives in warm, humid environments. It typically inhabits wooded areas, forests, and regions with dense underbrush or thick vegetation. The tick favors areas with a high density of leaf litter as these provide ideal conditions for its life cycle stages and protect it from desiccation.

Amblyomma americanum is a generalist feeder, parasitizing a wide range of hosts, including mammals, birds, and reptiles. It plays a role in the ecosystem as both a parasite and a vector for various pathogens, impacting wildlife and human health. Its adaptability to different hosts and environments contributes to its widespread distribution.