Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
A record of the parasitic mite Hemimyialges macdonaldi (Evans et al. 1963) (Acari: Epidermoptidae) in the Orange‐bellied Parrot Neophema chrysogaster (Latham, 1790) (Psittaciformes: Psittaculidae) in Australia
- Journal:
- Australian Veterinary Journal
- Year:
- 2023
- Authors:
- Halliday, B et al.
- Affiliation:
- Australian National Insect Collection, CSIRO Canberra Australian Capital Territory 2601 Australia · Australia
- Species:
- bird
Abstract
The subcutaneous parasitic mite Hemimyialges macdonaldi was found in a specimen of the Orange‐bellied Parrot Neophema chrysogaster that died in captivity. A review of the host range and geographic distribution of this mite shows it is cosmopolitan and occurs in a very wide range of birds. It does not appear to be a cause of significant mortality in its hosts.
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