I let this email lapse for awhile, but the problem continues! My family and I are covered in bites anytime we spend any time outside in our yard, and neighborhood. They are not mosquitoes and we have ruled out all indoor infestations. I have lived in Portland for over ten years, and in this home for 5, and never had this problem before. I can’t help but think this is an impact of climate change, redistributing a species that did not previously live here. Have you received any other such reports or inquiries? 

We never see any insects on us, except for one time when I saw a barely visible little mite type creature crawling on me. Not sure if it was the culprit. Our bites are all over and are incredibly persistently itchy. Worse than mosquito bites. The bites are red and raised, similar to mosquito bites, are sometimes in groups of 2-3 in one area. No red ring or obviously present puncture holes. They often itch to the point of breaking the skin or even bruising from all the scratching. It’s quite horrible. 

Any insights would be much appreciated.