The acaricidal speed of kill of orally administered fluralaner against poultry red mites (Dermanyssus gallinae) on laying hens and its impact on mite reproduction

Abstract Background Dermanyssus gallinae, the poultry red mite, is a growing threat to chickens in poultry farms. This nocturnal hematophagous ectoparasite has a rapid rate of proliferation with a negative impact on the birds’ health, welfare and productivity resulting in severe economic consequence...

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Main Authors: Maria D. Brauneis, Hartmut Zoller, Heike Williams, Eva Zschiesche, Anja R. Heckeroth
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-12-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13071-017-2534-5