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Temperature optimum for tick activity based on a second-order polynomial model (by calculating the temperature inflection point for each group)
| Tick stage and gender | Air temperature | Ground temperature |
|---|---|---|
| Larvae | 20.11 | 14.68 |
| Nymphs | 21.97 | 13.72 |
| Female adults | 20.16 | 14.06 |
| Male adults | 20.43 | 14.68 |
