Are ticks a problem in Adams County?

There have been 12 tick reports near Adams County, MS, with 0 bites and 12 sightings. The most common species reported is the Unidentified. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Adams County?

The most commonly reported tick species in Adams County include Unidentified, Deer Tick. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in Adams County, MS

12 tick reports from the Adams County, MS area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Adams County

Unidentified6 (50%)

Deer Tick6 (50%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Adams County

Ticks are active in Adams County, MS and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 50% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days