the species and geographic region, ticks can transmit diseases such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
If you discover a suspicious cluster, avoid handling it with your bare hands. The safest approach is to avoid disturbing it and seek professional advice when identification is necessary.
Do Not Burn Suspected Tick Eggs
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Do Not Burn Suspected Tick Eggs
Despite sensational claims that tick eggs should be burned, you should not burn suspected tick eggs.
Burning vegetation, leaf litter, or other outdoor materials can create