American Dog Ticks

American Dog TickOne of the most common ticks in the US is the American dog tick. It is also one of the largest ticks, at 1/4" long before feeding. It is found all throughout the east, somewhat through the Midwest, and occasionally in the far west. This tick likes larger hosts such as Opossums, Raccoons, Deer, Cattle, Large dogs, and Humans. It is a known carrier of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.

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