According to the Mayo Clinic, the black-legged tick is mainly ... based on data from TickEncounter. Lone star ticks, named for a silvery-white star-shaped spot on their backs, are particularly ...

also called black-legged ticks, causes Lyme disease, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Dog ticks and wood ticks don’t carry the infection. The Cleveland Clinic offers tips on how to spot ticks ...

Have you seen more ticks than usual lately in Delaware? You're not alone. Here's what's up with the state's tick population ...

but know that black-legged ones appear dark red or brown (other ticks may have white spots), and they have long, narrow mouths that are visible from above. Keep in mind their color may change when ...

Black-legged ticks: Also known as deer ticks ... Lone Star tick: Named for a white spot found on the back of the tick, this species is found mainly in the southern and eastern United States ...

the female stands out by the white star-shaped spot on its back from which the species gets its name. The nymphs are harder to distinguish, but there are differences. Black-legged tick nymphs ...

Tick-borne diseases, including Lyme, are on the rise in Michigan. Experts urge taking steps to prevent tick bites in the first place.

In New England, you should watch out for black legged ticks ... based on data from TickEncounter. Lone star ticks, named for a silvery-white, star-shaped spot on their backs, are particularly ...