Activities of ticks, mosquitoes, chiggers and more start increasing in the spring. Here are tips for protecting yourself from ...

We have several species of chiggers in this area. They tend to be found along wood lines, in grassy or weedy areas, overgrown briar patches or even in our gardens. They prefer birds, rodents or ...

Warmer days may lead many to itch for spring and summer, but a small mite is likely to give you a less-pleasing seasonal itch ...

If you’ve never heard of chiggers before, that might be because the mites are far more common in some parts of the U.S. than others. They thrive in hot, humid weather, so you’re most likely to ...

Chiggers do not burrow under your skin, and they do not suck your blood. They do pierce your skin with their mouth and produce an enzyme in their saliva that dissolves nearby skin cells.

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If a tick is found use tweezers or a specialized tick ... Veterinarians can provide guidance and treatment for ticks on pets. Chiggers are nearly impossible to see, but a person will know if ...

If you’ve never heard of chiggers before, that might be because the mites are far more common in some parts of the U.S. than others. They thrive in hot, humid weather, so you’re most likely to ...