Long Star ticks are generally found in the West, but they've recently made the jump to the East Coast, too. (NIAID/) This story originally featured on Outdoor Life. Our love of the outdoors can bring ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- If you have ever been bitten by a tick, you may have worried it could transmit a disease like Lyme disease or Powassan virus. Some species are more likely to transmit disease -- ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- With more Americans spending increased time outdoors due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, it’s crucial for nature-goers to be knowledgeable about the different types of ...

There are more than 900 species of ticks in the world, many of which carry serious diseases. In fact, ticks transmit a wider variety of pathogens than any other arthropod, causing thousands of human ...

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