Bird Lice Control
Agnes Banks

Knocking Down Tiny and Itch-inducing Bird Lice (Bird Mite)

Have you ever experienced a sudden itch when you’re enjoying free time outdoors? If so, you might be bitten by bird lice. Bird lice or bird mites as what others call it is preys which are naturally found in birds. They usually exist when birds vacate their nest. Though birds are their hosts, they can jump to feed on other animals such as rodents, cats and dogs and have the option to feed on humans as well. However, these pests are self-limiting as they can only live for a brief time period.

Bird lice (or bird mite) should not be dismissed. Even if you don’t have a pet bird at home, you can still encounter these pests. They are tiny creatures capable of biting humans and pets and induces annoying itch. It’s possible that your home and surroundings may have bird lice infestation when birds out are roosting nearby.

Here are some quick facts about these bird lice:

• At less than 1 mm long, bird mites/lice are extremely small, however, they can be readily seen with a naked eye.
• Best called walking pepper flakes.
• They have a short life cycle of 7 days but they are effective at rapid reproduction to infest a host.
• These pests’ diet is pure blood and that they feed on birds such as pigeons, starlings, sparrows and fowl.
• They affect poultry quickly, killing sick, young and old birds.
• Though they are not known to transmit diseases, their itch-induced bite can cause secondary infections due to scratching.

The possibility of bird mites to get in contact with humans is high if the birds are building nests on nearby trees near a house. Sometimes, there are also birds that do not nest on trees but are building their nests on roof tops, window ledges and even inside an air conditioner unit. So, be cautious if there are any.

Where are they found?

Bird mites are usually nesting in vacated nest and they love to remain in moist and humid environment.

They are very active during the spring and summertime, where they prey on bird host. They jump from one host to another in search of a blood meal. They can enter the family or any building if they happen to prey animals such as rodents, cats and dogs as their hosts.

Bird mites can come in contact with humans when birds leave their nests and these pests are left without a host to feed on.

Spotting Bird Lice Infestation

Proper identification of bird lice infestation is critical especially the level of its infestation. The best approach for this is to locate the nests and eliminating it. Hence, professional pest control services are the correct people to manage the situation to prevent transfer of mites and risk of bird-related infections. bugs, home owners usually seek assistance from pest management professionals. The best approach that you can do though is investigating your area for presence of nest and then reporting it to the experts. However, ponder on this warning do not attempt to remove yourself to prevent risk of bird mite transfer to other areas.

To spot possible infestation, check for nestings around:

• Eaves and in chimneys
• Rooftop spaces
• Wall cavities
• Basements
• Window ledges
• Porches

If there is 1 DIY method you can do to prevent the infestation, that is installing high fences in your surroundings. The existence of high fences can block birds from entering your area and construct their nest. You can also start sealing and repairing roof cavities and other entry points that bird lice can crawl into.

Controlling Bird Lice

Controlling bird lice in your own can be difficult and upsetting. You cannot easily prevent its spreading in your property simply by driving away birds, removing nests, cleaning cages or even disinfecting the area. You will need the help of professional pest management services to be able to assess and come up with a treatment plan to completely eradicate such situation. The best way to control the infestation of bird lice in your area is to seek the help of pest professionals. You cannot just simply drive away the birds or remove the nest yourself. However, you can do preventative measures like cleaning bird cages or disinfecting the area. Having professionals help you out will increase the chance of eradicating the infestation.

Local Pest Control Western Sydney are here to help you in your pest management needs. We assess site and the degree of infestation and after on produce tailored-fit recommendations. We promise high quality work from assessment to our treatment strategy and implementation processes. If you are imagining an infestation in your region, give us a ring and we assist you out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the products you use?

The safety of your pets is very important to us. You can rest assured that the constituents active they might come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or through inhalation or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Can the spray cause any harm to humans?

The spray we apply is usually employed in public areas such as schools and hospitals and has no adverse effects on humans.

What do I do if accidentally touch any of the areas treated with a spray?

It’s only an issue if the sprayed areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as soon as you can. In a short amount duration, your carrier, tap water will have gone out of the water and won’t cause any harm to you when you come in contact with the region.

Pest Control Agnes Banks

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and we are able to offer affordable solutions for controlling pests. Also, we are staffed with a team of licensed pest control technicians who specialize in pest biological studies and are certified to give effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

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We specialize in the development of new and cost-effective pest control solutions, including inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed with the health and well being of your family members as our top priority.

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Our specialists will provide you with pest or insect identification methods and provide tips for monitoring to manage pests or bugs at home as well as in the workplace. We have the right equipment and are professionally trained to recognize the problem with pests, and provide the best method of treatment.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Agnes Banks residential properties will require annual pest control but commercial buildings because of their safety and health regulations require more frequent inspections.

In Local Pest Control Western Sydney, after an initial examination and treatment, we can set up an annual programme for our clients to eliminate the need to worry about unwanted visitors. This scheduled service is ideal for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments and also homeowners. Another benefit we provide is to visit your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to provide any pest control services if you require extra discretion.

With our staff members being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, we have the tools to handle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues that you might encounter within the Agnes Banks region.

We’ll offer you an efficient, friendly and cost-effective solution that will stop any subspecies or species of pest (who require different and unique treatment) from returning to your property.