![]() The bite is usually not notable but may rarely lead to paralysis, allergic reactions and tick typhus. Usually only females bite people and other mammals. Adults are most common from spring to midsummer. After 3 different host feedings they then moult to the nymph stage which are about 1mm. Larvae or "seed/grass" ticks are tiny (0.5mm) and found mostly in autumn and winter. To find hosts required for their growth and development, ticks wait on vegetation with their legs outstretched and waving slowly until they can make contact. Domestic animals such as farm animals and pets like dogs are frequently infested. Mammals are common hosts as are many birds and sometimes reptiles. ![]() If the clothes cannot be washed in hot water, tumble dry on low heat for 90 minutes or high heat for 60 minutes.May be found all year round.If you need to wash your clothes first, hot water is recommended. Put dry outdoor clothes in a dryer on high heat for 10 minutes to kill any remaining ticks.Do a tick check on your outdoor gear and your pets as they could carry ticks inside your home.Use bug spray containing DEET or Icaridin on your skin and clothing (always follow label directions). ![]() Tuck your shirt into your pants and pull your socks over your pant legs.
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