Alarm in Hesse: Hyalomma giant socket brings deadly viruses!

Von WOM

The exotic hyalomma tick, known as the "Hyalomma Marginatum", is now also spreading in Hesse. This tick, which can grow up and measures up to two centimeters, is not only an unpopular companion in nature, but also harbors serious health risks. The first sightings are alarming, especially since this type of tick can potentially transmit dangerous diseases such as the Crimea Congo virus, which goes hand in hand with a fatal rate of up to 50 percent. This raises questions about the risks for the population.

The first huge infections were spotted in Frankfurt, and it is believed that they came to Germany as uninvited passengers. Holidaymakers reported that they had brought the ticks in the car from Croatia. Another possibility for the hike of these animals could be done by migratory birds that bring the larvae or nymphs of these ticks to Central Europe.

distribution and characteristics of the giant tank

The hyalomma marginatum is known for its ability to move quickly. With her eight strikingly striped legs, she can actively follow her victims and endanger them. In their natural habitat, they primarily affect large mammals such as horses and cattle. It does not fail that people are also targeted by these ticks. According to the Hessian state laboratory, people are not safe from this new threat.

Another worrying feature of this type of tick is the ability to transmit diseases. Even if no infections have been found with the Crimean Congo virus in Hesse, the danger remains. The symptoms of an infection are serious and can initially start with headache and high fever, followed by diarrhea and severe inner bleeding, which can finally lead to organ failure.

The Situation is critical: the presence of these ticks in Central Hesse illustrates the need for precautionary measures. The discovery of the huge corner challenges both the health authorities and the population to take preventive measures in order to avoid possible contagions. Experts recommend protecting themselves appropriately in nature, especially in areas where ticks now occur more frequently.

The creation of the tick plague is not only a problem for Hesse, but could also be important for other regions of Germany. Information about the harmful effects and the measures available could help to contain the spread of these dangerous animals. More details on this phenomenon can be found in a detailed report on www.fr.de .