They are nasty little creatures that we often don’t see but can make us very sick indeed. We are talking about ticks and how their bite can ruin your day.

We are told not to let the bedbugs bite, but what about ticks? When the weather gets warm, they can come out in droves.

Trees are not just pretty to look at or sit under to get cool; they become places where you can encounter ticks.

Ticks can be either hard or soft shelled. They have several segmented legs like spiders. A tick’s primary source of food is blood. It doesn’t have to be your blood.

They have no particular affinity for humans, but you might be the source of their next meal if you are nearby. Continue reading →

Lyme disease is a big concern this year, so everyone should know how to spot ticks and what to do about them. Here is more information about ticks that might be found outdoors.

Where You Can Find Ticks

Before discussing what happens when a tick bites you and how to remove it, you need to know a little more about the basics of ticks.

Ticks are very small insets, often going unnoticed until it bites a person or an animal. They are sometimes as small as a pinhead, so keep that in mind.

This insect is common in the U.S. and will only live outdoors. They are often found in piles of leaves, grass, and shrubs, as well as trees. Forested areas like campsites and hiking trails will see ticks more often. Continue reading →