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Small bugs with a big bite

Chiggers, also known as red bugs or harvest mites, are tiny arachnids found in tall grass and weeds. These pests are incredibly small, measuring only about 1/60th of an inch in length. Yet, they can cause itchy bites that lead to skin irritation and discomfort.

Only the larvae bite

Adult chiggers don't bite — it's the larvae or baby chigger that you have to watch out for. They can't fly, which is why you usually find baby chiggers clumped together in large groups on leaves and grass near the ground, typically no more than 1 foot from where they hatched. Chiggers attach to or bite humans or animals as they pass by.

Chiggers are sensitive to the temperature

Chiggers are most active in the afternoons and when ground temperatures reach between 77-86 degrees. The infestation will become inactive if the temperature drops 60°F, and the population will die if temperatures fall to the low 40s.

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Why Are Chiggers Such a Big Deal Anyway?

Dallas homeowners are itching to get rid of them

We know, it's gross. But chiggers actually eat the skin cells of humans and animals. Their saliva has a digestive enzyme that helps them break down these skin cells, which is what causes skin irritation on the host.

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Since these pests are so tiny, most people don't notice they have chiggers on them until hours later, when they feel extreme itching, burning or stinging on the affected area.

Chigger bites are extremely itchy, but if you start scratching at them, you may inadvertently infect the area, leading to more pain and discomfort.

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In some cases, chiggers can cause severe allergic reactions, such as trouble breathing and swelling in the throat. Their bites can also cause swelling or blistering. These symptoms can last for multiple days if not treated immediately.

The fur on dogs and cats protect them a little bit from chiggers, but pets can still get chiggers on their ears, around the belly or around the eyes. Just like with humans, chigger bites cause extreme itchiness and discomfort for the furry members of your family.

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Chigger Behavior in Dallas and Surrounding Areas

Active in the Summer
Chiggers prefer warm temperatures, so you're much more likely to run into problems with them in the spring and summer months. During some years, they can survive into the fall.
To avoid chigger bites, wear long pants and long sleeves when walking in parks and nature areas like White Rock Lake Park. You can also apply insect repellants.
They live in grassy areas
A wet, overgrown pasture is the chiggers' ideal home. They like to be around water such as lakes or streams, but hidden in the grass. You can find chiggers in berry patches, wooded areas, or even in your own backyard.
They are barely visible to the human eye
Chiggers are incredibly small, so you typically can't see them when they land on your body. Because of their bright red color and tendency to live in groups, it can be easy to spot them altogether — if you're looking for them at least.

Thankfully, our chigger experts in Dallas know how to get rid of them.

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