I get what you’re saying. And yes it’s good to get ahead of a problem before it becomes really big problem. My flock goes regularly (probably more even then need be to the vet)
I haven’t seen anything since, not on the ducks, nit on feathers, and I left the white face on the straw bales and...
No worries! It’s good to talk out loud about what is good for you and your flock. I like 1st hand experiences, to take it all in and form a plan that works me and my circumstances. I’m not discrediting anyone for they do. All advice giving is highly appreciated and taken in with much thought...
Thank you! i think i have what is called a Psocids (booklice) in this set of straw bales. https://extension.umn.edu/product-and-houseplant-pests/psocids (thank you patty)
I do have the ability to return this straw and get fresh bales just cut this year, these currently bales i am using are...
Unfortunately in my research I have found that DE doesn’t kill parasites and the respiratory issues are high too. Currently have a duck with respiratory infection so that’s a no go. But I thank you. I guess it’s time to revamp the coop😭
Hey y’all.
Looking for solutions on what to do with straw bales that I use for bedding in the duck pen. It seems as though I have infected straw bails with lice or mites.
Ducks seems clear of any bugs but what should do with the straw? 6 bails that currently in the shed. Are they all infected...