The number of white-footed mice can help to predict the abundance of nymphal ticks, which are the life stage most likely to spread Lyme disease to people. (IMAGE)

Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies

The number of white-footed mice can help to predict the abundance of nymphal ticks, which are the life stage most likely to spread Lyme disease to people.

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The number of white-footed mice can help to predict the abundance of nymphal ticks, which are the life stage most likely to spread Lyme disease to people. 


 

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Credit: Robin Moore / Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies

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