White blobs in beard...whole flock

[angela0408]

So we noticed these solid white blobs on both our 2 month old polish and some form of it on our other bearded birds. Looks like they are firmly attached to the feathers. Any idea what it is? Coming up with nothing on google. It seems to be affecting only the young birds in one flock. Various degrees. Do you think it could just be food build up? Picture below.

 

[Mrs. Light Sussex]

I used Acarithin (active ingredient is Permethrin).

One correction though, they are lice eggs, not mite eggs.

Try this https://www.google.com/search?q=poultry+lice+eggs

 

[21hens-incharge]

I use permethrin 10.
Retreat in 7-10 days.
Treat birds and clean out their housing and treat that as well.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/PERMETHR...edirectid=15679655408239081780710080301008005

 

[chickens really]

I use this and it works..I’m in Alberta..

 

[Mrs. Light Sussex]

Mite eggs. Treat immediately.

 

[Wolfefarmyard]

It’s not anywhere else. Just underneath their chins. Can’t see any mite movement anywhere nor is there any other white chunks anywhere else. I’ve seen red mites before.

That’s one of their favorite spots!

Those are mite eggs. I’d treat them ASAP and try cutting out some of the eggs!

 

[EggSighted4Life]

Do you think it could just be food build up?

I agree they are parasitic eggs. I also agree that a permethrin based spray is very effective when used according to directions.

Red mites only come out to feed on the birds and don't live on them... treat the whole flock, your roost, lay boxes, and such. Sold in the equine section I buy a premixed on under $8 lasted my flock of 82 for 2+ years including 3 medium dogs and 2 large goats.

Spritz just below the vent, under each wing pit, and to the nape of the neck where the back of the head meets the base... making sure feathers are spread and it hits skin. Soaking is not needed. And it's labeled for use in chickens with no withdrawal time required for eggs...

Adding your Canada location to your general profile will help peeps make the best suggestions possible at a glance.

If you need to, use a cotton swab or q tip to apply on the head, as head lice don't go to the body. This is how I treat very young chicks if needed.

ETA: not for use on cats.
ETAA: Checking after dark with a flash light and parting feathers below vents and on abdomen will give you a much clearer picture as they are easier to see then. You also don;t have to chase any birds that way if you keep the lighting down, usually.

 

[casportpony]

Are their any Canadians here that have a solution? That products seems to be banned here. Need to do some research.

Look for anything that contains carbaryl or permethrin, then let us know what you find and we can tell you if it's safe to use.

 

[angela0408]

Are their any Canadians here that have a solution? That products seems to be banned here. Need to do some research.

 

[HuffleClaw]

@chickens really is in Canada... She might be able to tell you where to get something to treat the mites