Chigger
Identification & Control
(Eutrombicula spp.)
An outdoor mite whose bites show up long after the walk is over.
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Physical Appearance
Extremely tiny red mites that are barely visible to the eye. They often appear as small red specks on skin or clothing after outdoor activity.
Common Locations
Chiggers live outdoors in tall grass, weeds, brush, and wooded areas where they wait to attach to passing hosts.
Why They're a Problem
Chiggers bite humans and animals, causing intensely itchy red welts that can last for several days. Because they’re so small, people often don’t realize what caused the bites until after the exposure.
Homeowner Tips
Chiggers bite humans and animals, causing intensely itchy red welts that can last for several days. Because they’re so small, people often don’t realize what caused the bites until after the exposure.
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Chigger
Fleas & Mites
Extremely tiny red mites that are barely visible to the eye. They often appear as small red specks on skin or clothing after outdoor activity.