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Chigger Control in DFW
Chiggers are larval mites that leave intensely itchy welts after time in tall grass. Learn how to reduce them in the yard.
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Reviewed and updated June 2026
At a Glance
Chiggers are larval mites that bite in grassy, brushy, humid areas. Mowing, reducing humidity, and yard treatment lower their numbers.
Quick Facts
- What: Larval stage of a mite
- Bite: Intense itching, often at skin folds
- Lives: Tall grass, brush, humid, shaded areas
- Concern: Itchy welts; not known to spread disease here
What Are Chiggers?
Chiggers are the larval stage of a type of mite. They are nearly invisible and wait in tall grass, weeds, and brushy, humid areas, then climb onto a passing host to feed.
Contrary to myth, they do not burrow into skin or suck blood. They feed on skin cells and drop off, but the reaction leaves intensely itchy welts, often where clothing is snug.
How to Reduce Chiggers
Chiggers concentrate in overgrown, humid vegetation, so yard management is the foundation of control, paired with personal protection.
- Keep grass mowed and clear weeds, brush, and leaf litter.
- Reduce shade and moisture in problem areas where practical.
- Create a buffer between lawn and brushy or wooded edges.
- Use EPA-registered repellents and treat high-traffic yard areas during peak season.
Treat the Source
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Common Questions
Do chiggers burrow into your skin?
No. That is a myth. They feed on skin cells at the surface and drop off; the intense itching is a reaction to their feeding, not a buried insect.
Where do people pick up chiggers?
In tall grass, weeds, and brushy, humid areas. Keeping vegetation mowed and dry greatly reduces encounters.
How do I reduce chiggers in my yard?
Mow regularly, clear brush and leaf litter, reduce shade and moisture, buffer wooded edges, and treat high-traffic areas during peak season.
Sources & Further Reading
Guidance changes over time. Follow current product labels and local recommendations. This page is educational and is not medical advice.
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