What Kind of tick is It?

Tick identifications are sometimes difficult. Mouthparts and body parts need to be examined under a microscope for conclusive identification. Deer ticks and dog ticks are the most common ticks that we have collected in Vermont.

The website below provides useful information on ticks and may help you identify what species you have.

Tick Biology for the Home Owner
By: Renee R. Anderson and Laura C. Harrington
Cornell Extension Serivice