In the past, only two types of tick species were commonly found in our area, but that number has recently increased to four.

The Dog tick, Wood tick, Lone Star tick, and Asian Longhorned tick can now be found in Pennsylvania.

Recent studies have linked these ticks to several invasive plant species in our region, including the multiflora rose and the Japanese barberry bush.

We spoke with representatives from the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) about their efforts to manage this issue.

“We actually have a project this summer, where we will be spraying 46 acres for invasive plant species, to cut down on the tick population,” stated Cody Miller, Chapman State Park Manager: