Are ticks a problem in Wv?

There have been 94 tick reports near Wv, WV, with 0 bites and 94 sightings. The most common species reported is the Deer Tick. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Wv?

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

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Ticks in Wv, WV

94 tick reports from the Wv, WV area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Wv

Deer Tick52 (55%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Unidentified42 (45%)

Tick Safety in Wv

Ticks are active in Wv, WV and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Deer Tick, making up 55% 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