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Preventing Tick
Problems There are about 75 species of ticks in the United Stares. They are parasites of nearly al land vertebrates, including snakes, tortoises, birds, and most species of mammals. Ticks tend to climb vegetation and congregate along pans and roads, drawn by the vibrations, heat and carbon monoxide of passing animals. Adults may live for more than two years without feeding while they
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when they have been exposed to high tide areas. Repellents containing DEET are effective when applied to socks, pants, and exposed parts of the body. Wear protective clothing, such as long pants and boots when entering tide-infested areas. ' Cutting grass and either vegetation in a four to six foot band along each side of walkways and paths will reduce tick populations. Grass over six inches nigh protects ticks against drying in the sun, tall vegdation also nas the efisadvantage of providing cover for heist animals, such as mice. Ask your Bartlett Tree Representative about our tick management program. Barrier treatments and Daminex tubes are just two of the ways we can help you protect your family, pets and livestock. If you have any euesbons ex comments regarding this article, or any other questions, please contact me at jwoodObarttett.com or 1-877-Bartlett.
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