How does the Finecto+ Blood Lice Test work?
Red mites are small parasites that become active at night. They crawl up the legs of your chickens to suck blood. Once they have enough blood, they return to their hiding place and lay eggs. Red mites love small, dark spaces where they cannot be easily eaten by your chickens. This makes your chickens' perches an ideal place for them to build a nest.
Red mites
29 January '25 • 2 min reading time
How does the Finecto+ Blood Louse Test work?
The Finecto+ Blood Louse Test utilizes the natural behaviors of blood lice to quickly detect them. The test tube can be easily attached under the perch of your chickens, which is the first hiding place that blood lice encounter when looking for a spot to lay eggs. Since the tube is so close to the chickens, the blood lice quickly return there every night. Inside the test tube is a wooden stick, on which the blood lice can gather. This stick is easy to remove, allowing you to check for the presence of blood lice.
Steps for Using the Test:
Secure the test tube under the perch of your chickens with the provided materials. The tube is positioned strategically where the red mites tend to walk. Regularly check (weekly or daily during the mite season) the wooden stick in the test tube for the presence of red mites. The sooner you find mites, the sooner you can treat. Count the number of red mites that have gathered on the stick. Even a small number of red mites means you need to act quickly, as they can multiply rapidly and cause damage. Determine the treatment: Once you have found red mites, it’s time to take action. There are various methods for treating red mites, such as natural products like Finecto+. The sooner you start treating, the quicker you can get the infestation under control. Clean the stick: After you have checked the stick, you can easily clean it under the tap and place it back in the test tube. This way, you can repeat the test to continue monitoring for red mites.
Why is quick action important?
Red mites can lay up to 8 eggs per day, which means they can multiply rapidly. If you don't act quickly, a small problem can grow into a significant health risk for your chickens. Therefore, it is essential to regularly check your chickens for red mites, especially during the red mite season. The less red mite there is, the faster you can get rid of them!
The benefits of the Finecto+ Blood Mite Test
Easy to use: The test is easy to attach and check. It requires no complicated equipment, making it ideal for both novice and experienced chicken keepers. Early detection: By quickly detecting blood mites, you can take action sooner and protect your chickens from the harmful effects of blood mites. Natural solution: Finecto+ offers safe and natural products for treating blood mites, without harmful chemicals. This makes the test and treatment perfect for those who follow organic or environmentally friendly practices.
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