Tick Habitats in Suburban Wooded Yards

Cary's neighborhoods are thoroughly populated with trees and mature landscaping. Cary is surrounded by several parks and forests, so wildlife can be found, even close to city center. The suburbs are especially prone to their presence. Many homes in Cary have large lots, back up to woods, or even partially wooded themselves. Ticks thrive in the warm temperatures and the thick brush, trees, and grass. Mosquito Squad Plus of Raleigh knows how these areas will entice wildlife to use yards as pathways, dropping ticks or picking them up.

Common Ticks Around Cary, NC

There are several tick species found across North Carolina and Cary homeowners may encounter more than one type depending on where their property is and what the surrounding landscape looks like, as well as the type of wildlife that passes through.

• The lone star tick is common across North Carolina. It is active in brushy areas and is associated with ehrlichiosis, Southern tick-associated rash illness, and alpha-gal syndrome.
• American dog ticks are commonly found along grassy paths, field edges, and other places where animals travel. They are among the ticks linked to spotted fever illnesses in the state.
• Blacklegged ticks, sometimes called deer ticks, are the species that can transmit the bacterium that causes Lyme disease, although not every tick carries a disease-causing organism.
• Brown dog ticks tend to stay close to dogs and kennels and, unlike many outdoor species, can sometimes establish themselves inside buildings.

Learn more about professional tick control options from Mosquito Squad Plus.

Why Suburban Wooded Yards Attract Ticks

Ticks have three main reasons to be on the move. They need hosts, humidity, and cover. Positioning themselves along fence lines, bushes, and in shaded edges of a hiking trail gives them access to cover and hosts. Humidity is a bit more dependent on weather and proximity to water sources, but thick greenery holds humidity longer than an open lawn, making great spots to rest.

Deer, rodents, and birds are prime hosts for ticks in Cary. Once they have attached to a host, they can travel larger distances in search of new hosts or habitats. Because ticks are slow moving, they need the assistance to travel, but this also means they are used to waiting long stretches of time for a new host. Families who garden, walk dogs, or spend weekends outside should pay extra attention before coming inside, in case they picked up a tick in low lying brush or gardens. Mosquito Squad Plus of Raleigh offers local tick control for properties facing these conditions.

Where You May Find Ticks Around the Yard

Ticks are more likely to be found around the shadier parts of a yard rather than the open, sunny spots. Check along the tree line, fences, and piles of leaves that may hold rainwater. Wood piles, overgrown corners, tall grass, and damp areas near drainage paths can also give ticks the cover they prefer.

How Mosquito Squad Plus Helps Manage Tick Pressure

Mosquito Squad Plus focuses on the parts of your yard where ticks are most likely to hide and reproduce. Tick tubes may also be part of the plan in some service areas; these are generally placed once per year in spring, with a second fall placement only if requested. Visit Mosquito Squad Plus of Raleigh to learn more about local service.

Everyday Habits That Support Tick Control

Professional service is a good way to establish consistent control, but it works even better when homeowners practice good outdoor habits. Check clothes, shoes, and pets before coming inside after spending time gardening, hiking, or playing in the yard. Pets should be on veterinarian approved tick-prevention, to limit their contact. Contact Mosquito Squad Plus of Raleigh or call (919) 759-5688 for a free quote on tick control services, making your yard more comfortable.