Ticks wait in tall grass, leaf litter and wooded edges for a passing host, then attach to feed on blood. In the Tampa Bay area, people and pets most often pick them up in yards that border wooded areas or overgrown vegetation. Some ticks can carry diseases, so prompt removal and prevention both matter.
Different ticks prefer different hosts and habitats, so knowing which one you have found helps you understand the risk. Use the guides below to identify the ticks we see most, and reach out to Anti-Pesto Bug Killers if you keep finding them on your family or pets.

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