Common External Parasites in Backyard Poultry
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- March 23, 2022
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Overview
Parasites are very common when it comes to raising backyard poultry. Northern fowl mites, Scaly-leg mites, Chicken mites, Sticktight fleas, and Poultry lice can cause harm to your flock if not treated correctly. This publication talks about the different parasites and the proper treatment to follow. (2 pages)
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