Deer ticks, or black-legged ticks, feed on more than just deer - including humans. Often from late spring through early fall, when temperatures remain above freezing.ĭon’t let the name fool you. – dog beds and other areas where pets sleep and spend time overgrown natural areas, including grass, plants, and logs – They can live indoors for their entire life cycle – Prevalent in the east of the Rocky Mountains and along the Gulf and Pacific coasts – But they have been identified in all 48 contiguous states. – Mainly in the eastern, central, and southern United States Slightly smaller than a quarter of an inch
Very small: Adults are the size of a sesame seed, and nymphs are the size of a poppy seed. Reddish brown with white shield (females), grooved shield, eight legs and a narrow shape. Red-orange body with black shield (females), and eight dark legs
