Are ticks a problem in Bronx?

There have been 31 tick reports near Bronx, NY, with 0 bites and 31 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 Bronx?

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

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Ticks in Bronx, NY

31 tick reports from the Bronx, NY area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Bronx

Unidentified30 (97%)

Deer Tick1 (3%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Bronx

Ticks are active in Bronx, NY and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 97% 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