Ticks are a fact of outdoor life throughout the United States. These blood-feeding arachnids (joint-legged invertebrate animals) become active every year after the first frost. While every creature ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. H Helene/Getty Images Sometimes the tiniest, out-of-sight pests are the most persistent and frustrating. Ticks certainly fall into ...

Diatomaceous earth can kill ticks in dry, sheltered areas but is often not effective outdoors. Plant herbs, remove animal attractants, and use other deterrents to reduce tick presence. Keep your yard ...