Tick
Ixodes scapularis
Identification
Blacklegged (deer) ticks are small arachnids that feed on blood and transmit Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, and babesiosis. They are found in tall grass, leaf litter, and wooded areas. Tick populations are expanding across Canada due to climate change, making yard treatment increasingly important.
Treatment Cost
$200 - $500
Urgency Level
High
Commonly Found In
Tall grass, wooded edges, leaf litter, gardens, trails
Recommended Treatment
Professional yard spray treatments create a perimeter barrier. Granular tick treatments for larger properties. Multiple applications through spring and fall are recommended. Focus on wooded edges and shaded areas.
Prevention Tips
Keep grass short, create a gravel or wood chip barrier between lawn and wooded areas, remove leaf litter, discourage deer from entering property, treat pets with tick prevention.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I identify a tick?
Blacklegged (deer) ticks are small arachnids that feed on blood and transmit Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, and babesiosis. They are found in tall grass, leaf litter, and wooded areas. Tick populations are expanding across Canada due to climate change, making yard treatment increasingly important.
How do I get rid of ticks?
Professional yard spray treatments create a perimeter barrier. Granular tick treatments for larger properties. Multiple applications through spring and fall are recommended. Focus on wooded edges and shaded areas.
How can I prevent ticks?
Keep grass short, create a gravel or wood chip barrier between lawn and wooded areas, remove leaf litter, discourage deer from entering property, treat pets with tick prevention.
How much does tick treatment cost?
The average cost of professional tick treatment ranges from $200 to $500 in Quebec, Canada.
Where are ticks commonly found?
Tall grass, wooded edges, leaf litter, gardens, trails