It is found in India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Pakistan, Nepal, Australia, and Indonesia.

It is a potential vector of Kyasanur Forest disease virus.

These ticks was found parasitized by a chalcid Hunterellus sagarensis in these diseased areas.

[2][3] Adults parasitize various wild and domestic mammals such as domestic cattle, goats, and sheep and various bird species.

[4] It is a potential vector of Bartonella bovis, which causing Bartonellosis.