UD student discovers Lone Star, Gulf Coast ticks at local natural area

Iowa’s first Gulf Coast tick discovered, Lone Star tick also found

Using bug spray and wearing long pants can help prevent tick bites. However, if you find a tick, the researchers recommend using tweezers to pull it straight out, thoroughly clean the area when finished, and seek medical support if symptoms emerge.

UD student discovers Lone Star, Gulf Coast ticks at local natural area

Paige Manning was surveying butterflies at University of Dubuque’s Wolter Woods and Prairies Environmental Stewardship and Retreat Center this summer when she saw a tick crawling on her hand.