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Briefing: Some ticks can survive from 1 to 3 weeks on home flooring

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that ticks can live indoors for an extended period, raising concerns about indoor infestations.

Editorial StaffMarch 27, 20261 min read

Ticks can hitchhike into homes on pets or people.

The study provides the first scientific evidence of indoor survival.

Survival time ranges from 1 to 3 weeks on flooring.