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Why is it important to still check the blood louse test?

It is already fully autumn, and many chicken owners are relieved because this finally means no more red mites! No more giving supplements and no more daily checking for red mites. Or is it?

Red mites

14 November '22 • 1 min reading time

Keep an eye on the weather reports!

It only takes a slight increase in temperature for the blood mites to be present again. Blood mites are active above 5 degrees, so also during autumn and in a mild winter.

A mite test provides quick clarity!

The advantage of hanging a mite test on the perch is that you can quickly see if there are mites present in the coop. The test tube is the first place where mites will hide. The number of mites on the stick gives an indication of the severity of the infestation. This way, you quickly know if you need to take action and, if so, how rigorously you should tackle the mites. Check the mite test at least once a week in the fall and winter.

Treat Preventively in Winter

The winter period is the ideal time to treat preventively against red mites. Regularly spray the coop with a protective spray based on silicon dioxide, which helps tackle newly hatched red mites. You can also provide a dietary supplement preventively. Administer this for at least 14 consecutive days to break the cycle of the red mite. Repeat this every 2 months if necessary.

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