Ticks

American dog tick, (Dermacentor variabilis)

This tick is one of the most prevalent tick pests in the Eastern United States. Adults are about 1/4" long, and the shield has variable white markings. The larvae and nymphs prefer to feed on mice, whereas adults prefers dogs and other large animals.

Brown dog tick, (Rhipicephalus sanguineus)

This tick is one of the most common pests of dogs. Adults are 3/16" long and are uniformly reddish-brown in color. All stages prefer to feed on dogs. This tick is prevalent in houses and kennels.

Gulf coast tick, (Amblyomma maculatum)

This tick is very prevalent in the Southeastern United States. The sexes are very different in appearance. The immature stages feed on ground- dwelling birds. Adults primarily attach to the ears of large animals like deer and cattle.

Lone star tick, (Amblyomma americanum)

This tick is one of the most common ticks on humans and has prevented the development of some areas. The female has a silvery spot on dorsal shield. Its long mouthparts allow deep penetration of the skin often causing pus sores.

Black legged tick, (Ixodes scapularis)

This tick is widespread in the Southeastern United States and often is found along trails, paths, and roadways. Adult ticks are a dark, reddish-brown color with dark brown to black legs.

Relapsing fever tick, (Ornithodorus turicata)

The relapsing fever tick is a soft tick and does not have its mouthparts visible from above. The relapsing fever tick mainly attacks rodents, and consequently is associated with rat and mouse habitats. It is capable of transmitting tick-borne relapsing fever.

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