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== Introduction ==
== Introduction ==
Chorioptes is a '''non- burrowing '''mite which resides on the skin surface
Chorioptes is a '''non- burrowing '''mite which resides on the skin surface
'''Hosts''': Cattle, Sheep, Goats, Horses, Rabbits
'''Hosts''': Cattle, Sheep, Goats, Horses, Rabbits
'''Life cycle''': Egg- Larvae- Nymph- Adult. This lifecycle takes around three weeks to complete. Eggs are found attached the the surface of the skin. Adults can survive off the ground for around three weeks, meaning transmission can be via bedding and housing as well as by direct contact.
'''Predilection sites''': Skin- especially legs, feet (particularly heavily feathered horses), udder, abdomen and base of tail
'''Life cycle''': Egg- Larvae- Nymph- Adult. This lifecycle takes around three weeks to complete. Eggs are found attached the the surface of the skin. Adults can survive off the ground for around three weeks, meaning transmission can be via bedding and housing as well as by direct contact.
All species are thought to be affected by the same strain of mite ''Chorioptes bovis''
== Pathogenesis ==
Chorioptes' mouthparts do not pierce the skin and they feed on skin debris and exudate, meaning is pathogenic significance is mild.
In cattle, economic significance is the main factor as infestation can cause damage to the hide by self trauma.
== Clinical Signs ==
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Often seen in rough-legged horses with heavy feathering
Often seen in rough-legged horses with heavy feathering