Difference between revisions of "Psoroptes cuniculi"

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*Parasite of rabbits
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Psoroptes cuniculi is a non-burrowing parasite, seen worldwide. It is found on the ears of the infected host, is generally seen in relatively small amounts.
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commonly of rabbits, but also seen in rabbits, goats, sheep and horses.
  
 
*Common among conventional rabbits
 
*Common among conventional rabbits

Revision as of 11:49, 9 July 2010

Also known as: Ear canker mite
Predilection site Ears
Psoroptes cuniculi (Copyright Joel Mills, Wikimedia Commons)

Psoroptes cuniculi is a non-burrowing parasite, seen worldwide. It is found on the ears of the infected host, is generally seen in relatively small amounts.

commonly of rabbits, but also seen in rabbits, goats, sheep and horses.
  • Common among conventional rabbits
  • Transmitted via contact
  • Adapted to living in an aural environment