Ticks in South Florida

Ticks are blood-feeding parasites that are often found in the south Florida tall grass and shrubs where they will wait to attach to a passing host. A tick will attach itself to its host by inserting its cutting mandibles and feeding tub into skin. 

Human contact is the primary method of transportation for ticks. Ticks cannot jump or fly, however they may drop from their perch and fall onto a host. Some species stalk the host from ground level, emerging from cracks found in the woods or even inside a home or kennel. Weak or older dogs  and puppies are particularly endangered and can die from anemia from a sudden influx of seed ticks. Seed ticks also attack horses, cattle, moose, lions and other mammals, causing anemia, various diseases, paralysis and even death. Such infestations can be difficult to detect until thousands have attached themselves to an animal and eradication can be difficult.

Mature ticks are easier to see and can be removed with care. Frequent grooming and chemicals for control may control the spread of seed ticks and adults.

Changes in temperature and day length are some of the factors that make a tick  locate a host. Ticks can feel heat or carbon dioxide emitted  from a nearby host. They will generally drop off the animal when full, but this may take several days. In some cases ticks will survive for some time on the blood of an animal. Ticks are more active outdoors in warm weather, but can attack a host at any time^.

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