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Ticks, which prefer to live in woods, tall grass, weeds and brush will quickly attach themselves to passing humans and pets. They can transmit Lyme disease, which is now a recognized as the number one insect-spread disease in the United States.
Blacklegged (Deer) Ticks can be found in All 50 States 
- The blacklegged tick is named for its dark legs, which are a contrast to its pale body. Blacklegged ticks are sometimes called deer ticks.
- These ticks like to feed on the blood of white-tailed deer, which is why they are sometimes called deer ticks.
- Blacklegged ticks prefer to hide in grass and shrubs.
- Blacklegged (deer) ticks can spread Lyme Disease.
Prevention
- When in an area where ticks are common, wear long sleeved shirts and pants, preferably light colored so ticks will be easy to detect.
- Tuck pants into socks.
- Use a tick repellent.
- When you return indoors, inspect clothing and skin thoroughly for ticks, including head.
- Wash clothes immediately.
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