Now, the state is facing an invasive tick that can kill cattle. Read More: Deadly Parasite Endangers Moose in MichiganThe five most common ticks in Michigan are the American Dog Tick, Blacklegged Tick (Also known as a Deer Tick, which is the primary carrier of Lyme disease), Lone Star Tick, Brown Dog Tick, and the Woodchuck Tick. New Tick Species Alarms Michigan RanchersAccording to WOOD TV, a new tick discovered in the U.S. in 2017, the Asian longhorned tick, has spread to 23 states, including Michigan. Get our free mobile appThis invasive tick can be smaller than a sesame seed, but it can grow to the size of a pea. What makes this tick spread so fast is that the females do not need to mate to lay their eggs.