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The Ornithonyssus mite is closely related to the [[Dermanyssus]] mite. They are [[Non-Burrowing Mites|surface mites]] that occur in caged birds and poultry.

The Ornithonyssus mite is closely related to the [[Dermanyssus gallinae|Dermanyssus]] mite. They are [[Non-Burrowing Mites|surface mites]] that occur in caged birds and poultry.

*Spends entire life cycle '''on''' the host

The mite spends its entire life cycle '''on''' the host.

*Causes feathers to become matted and severe scabbing can develop

The mite causes feathers to become matted and severe scabbing can develop. Scabs are particularly seen around the vent. The presence of the mite decreases egg production. Grey or black discolouration of feathers is seen when large numbers of mites are present.

**Scabs particularly seen around the vent

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*Decreases egg production

 

*Grey or black discolouration of feathers when large numbers of mites are present[[Category:Non-Burrowing_Mites]][[Category:Poultry]]

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