Summer months draw Texans outdoors, but the number of people enjoying warmer weather also draw out ticks looking for a meal.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts warn that ticks can pose danger and folks should take steps to avoid them.
“Ticks are blood feeders in all life stages and can transmit pathogens that can lead to disease transmission,” said Sonja Swiger, AgriLife Extension entomologist in Stephenville.
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