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*Similar to [[Sarcoptes|''Sarcoptes'']] but half the size
*Causes severe pruritus in laboratory rodents
*Burrowing activity causes biting, scratching and irritation
**Leads to inflammation, pruritus and alopecia
*Affected areas show acanthosis and hyperkeratosis
*Death can occur within 3-4 months of infection
*Transmission is due to close contact between mother and offspring
[[Category:Parasites]][[Category:Mites]][[Category:Rodents]]