My dad, an avid hunter/outdoorsman, has told me for years ticks drop from trees.
He's also told stories of ticks on deer the size of golfballs. This is why I stay indoors! [shudder]
He's also told stories of ticks on deer the size of golfballs. This is why I stay indoors! [shudder]
I believe it's a common (and unproven) myth[1] that 'falling from trees' is the primary way that ticks seek out targets...