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What Happens To Ticks During A Southern Maine Winter

DATE POSTED: November 30, 2021

Mosquitoes and fleas are not the only blood-feeding pests found in Maine. These parasitic ‘questers’ are active all year round – even during the harsh Maine winter! Ticks are dangerous species of arachnids that feed on warm-blooded mammals to survive. These pests are generally considered ‘seasonal’ and only active during the spring and summer months. However, this is far from true.

How To Protect Yourself & Property From Dangerous Ticks In Connecticut

DATE POSTED: October 9, 2021

While there are many pests with a bad reputation, ticks are particularly hated and feared. Find out how to identify common ticks in Connecticut, where they hide, and how to prevent them.

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Southern Maine's Handy Tick Bite Field Guide

DATE POSTED: August 27, 2021

We want you to know when you are at risk of a tick bite and how to best avoid and deal with these potentially dangerous arachnids. Let’s start by where you are most likely to find a tick here in Southern Maine.

The Secret To Effective Flea & Tick Control In Southern Maine

DATE POSTED: July 20, 2021

Fleas and ticks are both known as parasitical hitchhikers, meaning that they hop a free ride on the backs of say, your dogs and cats, and spread themselves into an infestation inside your home. If that sounds pretty daunting and creepy, it's because it is! Fleas are smaller, gnat-like flying insects, whereas ticks do not fly or jump. There are many species of ticks, but all ticks tend to crawl and…

The Trick To Keeping Ticks Away From Your Portland Property

DATE POSTED: June 25, 2021

In addition to feeding on the blood of humans, ticks also feed on the blood of many different animals. As such, they have been known to spread a number of harmful, bloodborne illnesses as they feed on the host to host.

What You Should Know If Bitten By A Connecticut Tick

DATE POSTED: March 15, 2021

Because ticks feed on the blood of a variety of animals, they can transmit harmful bloodborne diseases. However, not every tick bite results in a disease or infection.

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