An ancient tick preserved in amber reveals a prehistoric parasite
In short: A newly discovered specimen of an extinct tick, trapped in amber, offers a rare glimpse into the parasitic relationships that existed alongside dinosaurs.
Scientists have identified a sample of amber containing an extinct tick that once fed on dinosaurs. While this discovery cannot provide enough blood to resurrect dinosaurs, the specimen provides vital evidence regarding the lifestyles of both dinosaurs and their parasites.
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