Five Hyalomma ticks have been found in Hungary this year, four of which were recovered from previous detection sites. Researchers are investigating whether the species has become established in our country.
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The 2026 data from the HUN-REN Ecological Research Center's Tick Monitoring Program show a remarkable geographical pattern: four of the five Hyalomma tick sightings so far came from places where such ticks had been observed in previous years. It is not yet known whether this is a coincidence or whether individuals of Hyalomma populations already overwintering in Hungary have been found. This is why it is particularly important to continue public…
Five Hyalomma ticks have been found in Hungary this year, four of which were recovered from previous detection sites. Researchers are investigating whether the species has become established in our country.