Are ticks a problem in Marion County?

There have been 11 tick reports near Marion County, FL, with 0 bites and 11 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 Marion County?

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

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Ticks in Marion County, FL

11 tick reports from the Marion County, FL area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Marion County

Unidentified10 (91%)

Deer Tick1 (9%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Marion County

Ticks are active in Marion County, FL and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 91% 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