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Also known as: '''''Northern mite — Northern feather mite
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.
==Introduction==
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.
==Identification==
==Identification==
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.
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.
==Literature Search==
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Use these links to find recent scientific publications via CAB Abstracts (log in required unless accessing from a subscribing organisation).
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[http://www.cabdirect.org/search.html?q=title%3A%28Ornithonyssus%29 ''Ornithonyssus'' publications]
==References==
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