Mites?

[moorechicks]

I just noticed that some of my babies how are a few months old have mites. They are tiny red bugs around the neck and head close to the skin. On the feathers next to the skin is a bunch of white looking tiny bubbles,I am guessing that that is eggs? How do we get rid of them and how can we prevent them from coming back? Thanks!!

 

[b.hromada]

Sevin Dust. Make sure you do under the wings and around the vent area really well.

 

[Imp]

b.hromada is right and thoroughly cleaning the coop and environment. You will need to retreat in 7-10 day.

Here's some info about Lice & Mites.

http://ohioline.osu.edu/vme-fact/0018.html

Good luck

Imp

 

[moorechicks]

Thank you both!!!! We will be treating and cleaning this pm then!!!

 

[Brahma Mamma]

We add wood ash to our coop about once a month. About a half trash can to a full can. Our birds are mite free!

 

[geebs]

Those are lice. Mites are rarely ever found on the bird.... Ivermectin pour on...between the wings... 5 drops for an average size hen... every 6 months.