A seed tick is a tick that is in the larval stage of its life. The larval stage occurs just after the tick hatches from an egg, but before it finds its first blood meal. Ticks are tiny parasites that ...

Ticks are a common pest found in many places, especially throughout the United States. They are responsible for diseases such as Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. Many pet owners notice ...

There are early signs that it could be a bad year for tick bites. In May, the rate of people seeking emergency care for tick bites was the highest it's been since 2019, according to data from the ...

Though ticks are often thought of as insects, they are actually spider-like arachnids. They are only a few millimeters in diameter with eight legs and a round body. They survive the winter by hiding ...

Tick season is ramping up, and experts say people should take precautions before venturing outside. Of the 700 species of ticks in the world, the U.S. is home to nearly 50 species, according to the ...

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Ticks are arthropods, not insects, and can transmit diseases like Lyme disease. Ticks inhabit areas with tall grass, shrubs, and leaf litter, requiring direct contact with hosts. Protective measures ...