Climate Change Threatens Scotland with Surge in Tick Populations

New research predicts significant growth in tick numbers, raising concerns over increased Lyme disease risk by 2080.

Tick populations in Scotland could nearly double by 2080 if global temperatures rise by 4°C.
Even a 1°C increase could lead to a 26% rise in tick density, according to University of Stirling researchers.
Tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease may become more prevalent as ticks spread to previously unaffected areas.
The study utilized a new dynamic model to predict tick densities across various habitats, including woodlands and mountains.
Researchers suggest the model could be adapted to predict risks for other regions and vector-borne diseases.