Rhipicephalus (Boophilus) decoloratus is a species of tick commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions. It primarily infests livestock, particularly cattle, and is known for transmitting various diseases, including bovine babesiosis and anaplasmosis. These ticks are small, with a flattened body, and can vary in color from brown to reddish-brown. The life cycle of Rhipicephalus (Boophilus) decoloratus includes four stages: egg, larva, nymph, and adult. Female ticks lay hundreds of eggs on the host or in the environment. Control measures often involve the use of acaricides and management practices to reduce tick populations and minimize disease transmission in livestock.