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Pests
A variety of diseases may be spread by mosquitoes, ticks, and animals.
Mosquitoes
- Aedes albopictus
- Aedes triseriatus
- Culex species
- Anopheles species
Diseases | Prevention | For International Travelers
Ticks
- Amblyomma americanum (Lone Star tick)
- Dermacentor variabilis (American dog tick)
- Ixodes scapularis (Blacklegged tick)
- Rhipicephalus sanguineus (Brown dog tick)
Diseases | Prevention | For International Travelers
Zoonotic Pests
Bats | Raccoons | Rodents | Diseases
Other Pests of Public Health Significance
ISDH receives many inquiries regarding insect issues. While most of these insects or insect relatives do not carry disease, they can remain a substantial public health nuisance.
Bed Bugs | Fleas | Lice | Mites (Scabies)
Page Last Updated: August 6, 2019
Page Last Reviewed: September 4, 2018