Poultry mites continue to be a major threat to poultry meat and egg production all over the
world, with some species being blood-feeding arthropods that spend most of their time off …

Parasite-mediated competition has been reported to be one of the most harmful, although
overlooked, impacts that alien species have on native ecosystems. Monk parakeets …

Study Objectives: Ectoparasites, such as chewing lice, fleas, ticks, mites, etc. can infest
domestic and wild birds; and they cause irritation, anorexia, allergic reactions, decrease in …

The tropical fowl mite (Ornithonyssus bursa) is a common parasite of domestic and wild
birds in tropical and subtropical regions. This mite can cause irritation, severe dermatitis and …

Ornithonyssus bursa (Berlese, 1888), also known as the tropical fowl mite, is a blood-
feeding ectoparasite of domestic and wild birds. It is considered a serious pest to poultry in …

A preparation of essential oils to control chicken lice (Menopon gallinae) and mites
(Ornithonyssus bursa) was developed. Each essential oil was effective against lice and mite …

The tropical fowl mite, Ornithonyssus bursa, is a common avian parasite found on diverse
bird species worldwide. In the Neotropical region, O. bursa is present in wild birds, but it may …

Myiopsitta monachus is an invasive psittacine with wide distribution due to the pet trade. Its
large communal nests and synanthropic nature contribute to its successful colonization of …

Invasive species impact native wildlife in several ways, as they compete for resources and
may transmit their specific pathogens. However, the potential consequences of co …

Chewing lice, ticks, mites, and other ectoparasites can infect migratory birds and transmit to
resident birds. Ectoparasites cause allergic reactions, irritation, anorexia, decrease in …