Orkin Exterminator & Termite Control

Bird Mites

Bird mites are ovoid in shape, bear eight legs and have short hairs on their bodies. Because they are small and semi-transparent, infestations may thrive for some time prior to identification. Bird mite populations are extremely destructive and grow rapidly; eggs hatch after three days and mature into adults within another five.

Although bird mites are not selective in choosing a bird host, they remain loyal to and often spend their entire lives on the host they do choose. If a host dies, thousands of mites migrate in search of a new host. While these wandering mites have been known to bite humans, they do not attempt to infest human hosts long-term. Bird mites are not capable of surviving for more than 10 days without a food source. 

To eradicate a bird mite population from the home, it is necessary to locate their breeding and nesting sites. Bird mites tend to reside within the nests of their hosts; so all such nests must be removed. Specific pesticides should then be applied in the nesting area in order to prevent future infestations. Contact your local pest control professional to discuss appropriate pesticides and extermination methods.  

Treating Bird Mites

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