Tick sampling - Global Communication Report #23
June 6, 2025
Global Communication Report #23
(Reported by Dr. Cintia lopes)
As a student, I have often heard from professors and colleagues who came to Japan for research many positive stories about their experiences here. Among these, the most talked-about—and the one that really caught my interest—was tick sampling, which motivated me to take part in this activity. Although many mentioned the possible risks of encountering bears along the way, which made me a bit nervous at first, it didn’t stop me from wanting to experience it firsthand.
Now, having had the chance to join the tick sampling team here in Japan, I feel very happy and fulfilled to be part of the group and to deepen my knowledge of identifying tick species. I’m sure that, like those who came before me, I’ll share with students and collaborators how much I’ve learned and how valuable this experience has been.
I would like to sincerely thank Konnai-sensei, Matsuno-sensei, and the entire team for giving me this unique opportunity to be part of such an important stage of the research.
Taiga tick (Ixodes persulcatus)
Sampling team
Tick sampling by flagging
