How to Prevent Bird Mites – All Tips Listed
Bird mites are naturally present in locations having birds (including sparrows, pigeons, starlings, and poultry) and their nests. However, bird mites may infest homes in the first few days after a bird's departure from its nest in the hope of feeding on human blood. Bird mite bites can be highly bothersome. Take a look here to know more about how to exterminate bird mites in your home.
Preventing and treating bird mites in your home
Bird mites are widespread in many temperate and tropical areas of the world. There are many other species of bird mites, but the domestic starling mite (known as Ornithonyssus bursa) of the family Macronyssidae is the species most frequently encountered by people.
Bird mites are:
tiny (less than 1 mm in length)
mites with eight legs
incredibly ...