AREA OF DISTRIBUTION OF IXODI AND ARGAS MITES IN CENTRAL TAJIKISTAN
It was established that in the territory of Central Tajikistan 7 species of Ixodie and one species of Argus mites parasitize on the bodyes of domestic animals. In the quantitative aspect, the Ixodie mites of the Hyalomma genus (H.anatolicum, H.asiaticum, H.detritum) are dominants. The number of mites per animal as well as their maximum quantity were found in plains and foothills of the area (Rudaky, Vakhdat, Faizabad). In the mountain area (Lyahsh Varzob) their low rates are noted.