katieadams Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 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!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katieadams Posted May 1, 2009 Author Share Posted May 1, 2009 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!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 Do get some powder, its worth it for the peace of mind Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katieadams Posted May 2, 2009 Author Share Posted May 2, 2009 Yeah I will order some - just don't have to pay the premium at the local pet shop now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
