Best Microscope for Viewing Fecal Samples at Home?

[DiamondSwan]

So my flock has grown, and I need another option besides big vet bills when things like worms or coccidiosis come up. I just need some opinions and tips on finding a good microscope and how to distinguish the different parasites. Thanks y’all!

@casportpony @dawg53

 

[DiamondSwan]

Here’s what I’m looking at right now: https://www.amazon.com/Awarded-2018...coding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=MBS147CWAWSKYGNYT696

 

[dawg53]

@Sue Gremlin is a Parasitologist who can help you out.

 

[Sue Gremlin]

Here’s what I’m looking at right now: https://www.amazon.com/Awarded-2018...coding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=MBS147CWAWSKYGNYT696

I think this is a pretty good value. There are a few very inexpensive scopes out there, and I'd be happy with this one. I have an Amscope that cost about the same, it's been a pretty good microscope for a few years now. I think this Omax scope is just as good or perhaps a little better.
As for how to do fecals, I wrote these articles for BYC earlier this year, and they are directly relevant to your questions. I hope you find them helpful. I am happy to answer any questions that come up while you're learning.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/fecal-examination-in-backyard-chickens-101-part-1.75459/

https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/fecal-examination-in-backyard-chickens-101-part-ii.75460/

https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/fecal-examination-in-backyard-chickens-101-part-iii.75461/

 

[DiamondSwan]

I think this is a pretty good value. There are a few very inexpensive scopes out there, and I'd be happy with this one. I have an Amscope that cost about the same, it's been a pretty good microscope for a few years now. I think this Omax scope is just as good or perhaps a little better.
As for how to do fecals, I wrote these articles for BYC earlier this year, and they are directly relevant to your questions. I hope you find them helpful. I am happy to answer any questions that come up while you're learning.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/fecal-examination-in-backyard-chickens-101-part-1.75459/

https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/fecal-examination-in-backyard-chickens-101-part-ii.75460/

https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/fecal-examination-in-backyard-chickens-101-part-iii.75461/

Awesome articles!! Your knowledge is very much appreciated. I gave you a good review.

 

[Sue Gremlin]

You are quite welcome. Once you get started, you can shoot photos right down the microscope eyepiece with your phone (with a little practice) so you can show us what you find!

 

[DiamondSwan]

You are quite welcome. Once you get started, you can shoot photos right down the microscope eyepiece with your phone (with a little practice) so you can show us what you find!

That’s exactly what I plan on doing! Really appreciate the help.