Bird Lice Control
West Pymble

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

It’s fond to see birds flying around our house much longer when we place a nest up on the trees. However, their presence can bring trouble because of one creature that nestles with them. Bird lice or bird mites are tiny creatures that are naturally found in birds such as pigeons, starlings, sparrows and poultry. They are prey to such birds for the food in their hot blood. These pests are introduced if there is presence of a vacated nest nearby. They can also be brought in by our pets such as cats and dogs or even by rodents.

Bird lice (or bird mite) shouldn’t be taken gently. Even if you don’t have a pet bird, you could encounter them pests. They’re tiny creatures capable of biting humans and pets and causes stressful itch. It’s viable that your property and surroundings could have bird lice infestation whilst birds outside are roosting close by.

Here are some quick facts about these bird lice:

• At below 1 mm long, bird mites/lice are extremely small, however, they are easily seen with a naked eye.
• Best called walking pepper flakes.
• They have a short life cycle of 7 days however they have the ability to reproduce fast and capable of plaguing a host.
• These pests’ diet is pure blood and that they feed birds such as pigeons, starlings, sparrows and fowl.
• They impact poultry very quickly, killing sick, young and old birds.
• They do not transmit diseases however, their 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 within an air conditioner unit. So, be watchful if there are some.

Where are they found?

As above, bird mites are nesting in vacated bird’s nest and they like to stay in moist and humid environment.

They are very active throughout the spring and summer season, where they prey on bird host. They hop from one host to another in search of a blood meal. They could enter the family or any building if they chance to prey animals such as rodents, dogs and cats as their hosts.

Bird mites can come in contact with humans when birds leave their nests and these pests are left with no host to feed on.

Spotting Bird Lice Infestation

Proper identification of bird lice infestation is basic particularly the level of its infestation. The best way to deal with this is to find the houses and terminate them. Thus, proficient bug control services are the opportune individuals to deal with the circumstance to avert exchange of bugs and threat of bird-related contaminations. bugs, home owners usually seek assistance from pest control professionals. The best approach that you can do though is exploring your area for presence of nest and then reporting it to the experts. However, ponder on this warning do not attempt to remove the nests yourself to avoid risk of bird mite transfer to other areas.

To spot potential infestation, check for nestings around:

• Eaves and at chimneys
• Roof spaces
• Wall cavities
• Basements
• Window ledges
• Porches

Something else you can do however is to keep birds from making nests on your premises. Seal openings by placing up high fences, seal and fix rooftop pits and other section points that bird lice can creep into.

Controlling Bird Lice

Controlling bird lice on your own can be troublesome and frustrating. You can’t simply prevent its spreading in your property by essentially heading out birds, expelling the nests, cleaning cages or even sterilising the region. You need the assistance of an expert to check and run a treatment strategy to control and eliminate the infestation.

Here at Local Pest Control North Shore, we are delighted to assist you with your situation. If you suspect pest infestation in your region, it is best to call us for immediate help so we can evaluate the degree of infestation. We pride ourselves for having the knowledge and the right technology that can remediate and completely eradicate the existence of bird lice at the comfort of your residence. If you’re suspecting an infestation in your area, give us a ring and we will give you a hand.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my household pets be affected by the treatments you employ?

The safety of your pets is extremely important to us. You can rest assured that the active constituent that they might come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or by inhaling or ingesting the substance, is very small.

Will the spray cause harm to humans?

The spray we employ is typically utilized in public spaces such as schools and hospitals and has no adverse effects to human beings.

What should I do if I accidentally touch any of the areas that have been spray?

This will only be a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as soon as you possibly can. In a short amount in time carrier, tap water will have evaporated and will not harm you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

Pest Control West Pymble

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Our experts will present you with ways to identify pests and insects and monitoring tips on how to control bugs or pests at home and at work. We are equipped and highly trained to properly identify the pest problem and suggest the appropriate method of action.

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Most West Pymble residential properties will require annual pest control but commercial premises because of their safety and health requirements will require more frequent visits.

At Local Pest Control North Shore, after an initial inspection followed by treatment and inspection, we can create an annual program for our clients , which will eliminate the need to worry about unwanted visitors. This service can be a great fit for hotels, offices, food serving commercial premises as well as homeowners. Another excellent service we provide is the opportunity the opportunity to visit your property in a nonbranded vehicle to carry out any pest control service when you require extra discretion.

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