Mite treatment for Reptiles

For the eradication of snake mites (Ophionyssus natricis) on reptiles

This product is Permethrin and butoxide free - no toxic fumes.

NOT SUITABLE FOR: Amphibians, Chelonians or Indigo snakes.

DIRECTIONS: Remove the animal from its enclosure and thoroughly clean the enclosure and accessories with warm water to remove any residual traces of mites and eggs.

Position the spray approx 25cm from the animal and apply a fine mist spray directly to all external surfaces. Return your pet to its enclosure.

Repeat every 10 days for 3 treatments. Then once every 3 months.

This product does not kill eggs, so cleaning of the enclosure is imperative.

OTHER INFORMATION: The snake mite (Ophionyssus natricis) is the most commonly observed ectoparasite in general practice.

Mites can appear as red, grey, brown or black depending on the life stage and feeding status.

They are usually found in recessed areas of the body, such as cloacal folds, corners of the mouth and between scales.

Diagnosis of snake mite infestation can be made by carefully examining the reptile and visualising the mites on the skin between the scales

Female Ophionyssus spp. lay batches of eggs (up to 90 in number) off the host, in cracks and crevices of their environment. This is the reason that cleaning of the infested animal’s environment is critical in mite control. The mite eggs develop in the substrate.