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[katieadams]

I've just seen outside on the garden path two tiny tiny little red spider mites - are these the little blighters that upset our chickens so? I've not seen any in or around their house, but haven't been using red mite powder yet as I only discovered you could use it as prevention a few days ago and I'd not seen anything suspicious - do I need to dash to the pet shop and douse them in powder immediately?? I'm itching like mad at the thought of it!!!

[Egluntyne]

No...they are completely different. Breathe easy.

 

Red Mite come out at night to feed on the hens. They live in nooks and crannies in wood.

[katieadams]

Phew thanks

 

I thought they were nocturnal, just when I looked up red spider mites I found the same image used for them and for red mites on chickens so I got a bit worried! Think I'll buy some powder anyway, but at least I don't have to panic buy now!!

[Redwing]

Do get some powder, its worth it for the peace of mind

[katieadams]

Yeah I will order some - just don't have to pay the premium at the local pet shop now!