Ticks of Pennsylvania Flyer

Overview

Produced by the Blair County Emergency Management Agency, this flyer identifies five specific tick species found in Pennsylvania and provides guidance on where to find them.

Tick Species Identification

The document highlights the following five species:

• Blacklegged Tick: Adults are found at forest edges and trails; nymphs and larvae are in leaf litter.
• American Dog Tick: Found in grassy vegetation or along field edges.
• Lone Star Tick: Adults are found in woodlands with dense undergrowth; nymphs and larvae are in leaf litter.
• Longhorned Tick: Found in grassy and wooded areas ranging from shaded to full sun.
• Gulf Coast Tick: Found anywhere from shaded woods to sunny meadows.

Resources

For more information, the flyer directs residents to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection: https://www. pa. gov/agencies/dep/programs-and-services/integration/vector-management/ticks. html