Tick activity peak may last until end of September
The peak of tick activity in Russia may last until the end of September, with experts attributing the spread to climate change and warmer temperatures allowing ticks to survive in previously unaffected regions.
Consensus
- The peak of tick activity in Russia may continue until the end of September.
- Ticks are becoming active in regions that were previously considered safe.
- Climate change, including warmer winters and springs, is linked to the increased tick presence.
- Experts from the insurance company 'Soglasie' and clinic 'Medsi' provided the information.
- Ticks are primarily found in grassy areas such as forests, parks, and garden plots.
Points of divergence
- The first half of 2026 saw reported cases from multiple regions of the country. — vesti
- Udmurtia, Krasnoyarsk Krai, Irkutsk, Kostroma, and Kirov regions are in special risk groups. — vesti
- Tick-borne encephalitis virus has been detected in ticks in Moscow, Leningrad, and Yaroslavl regions. — vesti
Coverage (2 sources)
- Peak tick activity in Russia may persist until end of September, TASS experts from insurance company "Soglasie" and... — ТАСС (Telegram)
- Peak tick activity in Russia may persist until the end of September — Вести