Ticks—all species and types of ticks—are the worst. But good luck avoiding them—especially if you enjoy spending time in the outdoors. We are in the midst of one of the worst, and longest, tick ...

Long Star ticks are generally found in the West, but they've recently made the jump to the East Coast, too. (NIAID/) This story originally featured on Outdoor Life. Our love of the outdoors can bring ...

"The state's coastal climate, extensive forests, and suburban landscapes provide ideal conditions for [them] to thrive." ...

The lone star tick, which is known for its aggressive nature and bites that can cause alpha-gal syndrome, or red meat allergy, as well as other dangerous viruses, is spreading across the United States ...

Four nonnative tick species have been identified in the state in recent years. The ticks “were identified on human travelers returning to Connecticut from 2019 to 2023,” according to the Connecticut ...

Two emerging tick species, including one that is known to cause a red meat allergy, are on the rise in Connecticut. Researchers at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station recently released ...

Ticks are tiny, blood-sucking arachnids that, while playing a role in the natural environment, present notable health concerns for both people and animals. Typically found in grassy or wooded regions, ...

Various tick species inhabit diverse environments throughout New York, from forests to lawns. Protective measures include wearing long clothing, using repellant, and treating clothes with permethrin.

New species of ticks are moving to the Northeastern U.S.—and bringing along unfriendly visitors with them. In a recent study, scientists have reported the first human case of a particular tickborne ...

An infestation of multiple species of dangerous ticks is disrupting summer plans. You won’t find much fun at Pleasure Beach this summer. The popular shoreline spot in Bridgeport, Connecticut, has been ...