Ticks (IMAGE) University of Cincinnati Caption A tick uses its forelegs to reach out to snag a host in a behavior called 'questing.' Credit Joseph Fuqua II/UC Creative Services Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.