The tick’s eggs, larvae, and nymphs develop into new breeding adults in areas that provide them with moisture and shade. The soil under thick vegetation, areas of tall grass, and wooded areas are places where these pests thrive.
When ready to feed, a tick crawls to the top of a piece of grass or other vegetation where they wait for a host to brush past them that they can crawl on, attach themselves to, and feed on their blood. Ticks usually feed over several days; once full, they will fall to the ground below.
Ticks sometimes find their way into our homes, typically on the back of a pet or rodent. However, most tick species are unable to breed indoors and are usually not a problem inside houses and other structures.