Pests of Medical Interest
- Pests of Medical Interest Home
- Head Lice
- Bed Bugs
- Asian Lady Beetles
- Fleas
- Black Flies
- Deer/Horse Flies
- Spiders
- Scabies
- Bird Mites
- Delusory Parasitosis
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Contact Info
Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division
651-201-5414
Bird Mites
Birds are often parasitized by mites, and mites are common around nests. However, sometimes these mites can also enter homes and become a temporary nuisance to people.
- Bird and Rodent Mites in Homes
This is a bothersome group of mites that parasitize poultry, wild birds, and rodents. When their normal host is not present they may also bite humans, causing discomfort and sometimes skin irritations.