Additionally, chiggers are often found in areas with a lot of rodents, as these are one of their preferred hosts, so keeping ...

We have several species of chiggers in this area. They tend to be found along wood lines, in grassy or weedy areas, overgrown briar patches or even in our gardens. They prefer birds, rodents or ...

Chiggers do not burrow under your skin, and they do not suck your blood. They do pierce your skin with their mouth and produce an enzyme in their saliva that dissolves nearby skin cells.

You're more likely to encounter chiggers in hot and humid environments. Chiggers can be found in every state, but are most widespread in warmer climates, like the southern region of the US.