Are ticks a problem in Miami?

There have been 96 tick reports near Miami, FL, with 0 bites and 96 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 Miami?

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

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Ticks in Miami, FL

96 tick reports from the Miami, FL area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Miami

Unidentified95 (99%)

Deer Tick1 (1%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Miami

Ticks are active in Miami, FL and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 99% 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