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i know this is not about chickens but what kind of bird egg is this?

How do you know what to look for?
Chicken mites are the most common. They live on the skin of the birds, in the nest boxes, and in the bedding. They tend to be nocturnal, and will suck blood from the chicken while it sleeps. They are very small, and initially yellow/gray in color, but will darken as they feed. Removing the chicken mite is most effectively directed at the coop than the birds themselves.
Northern fowl mites are more aggressive. They live on the bird itself, and will feed around the clock. You'll see very small red/brown insects, and discoloration of the feathers due to the eggs and waste of the mite. Controlling this mite requires that the treatment be directed at the bird.
Both of these forms of mite suck blood. If left untreated, this results in weakening, loss of appetite, emaciation, lowered egg production, lethargy, and eventually death.


short answer yes if left untreated​
 

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