How to Identify Red Bug Infestations

Chiggers, the larval stage of the red harvest mite, are usually encountered in late spring and summer in woodlands, pastures, roadside ditches or other areas with tall grasses and weeds. They are also found along lakes and streams, and even in drier places where vegetation is low, such as lawns, golf courses, and parks. They live near the top of grass stems, leaves, and shrubbery and other vegetation. You can find chiggers in damp, low-lying and often-shaded areas, such as meadows, near lakes or rivers, and heavily wooded areas. They are most active during the day, especially when it is dry and sunny.

How Red Bugs Affect Humans

Young chiggers attach themselves to the skin of people, domestic animals, wild animals, reptiles, poultry and birds.