Description
Scaly leg spray is an insect repellent for amateur use against Scaly Leg Mite on Chickens, Turkeys, Game and Cage Birds by direct application to the legs.
Prevention is always be best option. Check for the tell tail signs of crusty white deposits on enlarged, rough and lumpy legs where the scales have become raised. Living entirely on the bird Scaly Leg Mite cause pain and intense irritation for the bird as they burrow under the scales and into the skin of the legs and sometimes the comb and wattles. In severe cases of infestation the birds find it difficult to walk, may lose a toe and become severely deformed.
Caused by Cnemidocoptes mutans and evident as tiny white spherical creatures with a diameter of less than 0.5mm Scaly Leg Mite is difficult to spot in the early stages. For this reason we recommend you use Scaly Leg Mite is a deterrent as well as to treat an existing problem. Scaly Leg Mite affect birds of all ages, although older birds and feathered leg breeds tend to be more susceptible. Affected birds should be isolated and all housing cleared and thoroughly cleaned.
Scaly Leg Spray will repel the mite, whilst soothing and calming irritation. Scaly Leg Spray will not taint eggs.
Suitable for use in both organic and intensive farming systems.
Contains:
Eucalyptus citriodora oil, hydrated, cyclized 1.5% w/w
Contains Citral, may produce an allergic reaction.
Directions for use:
Shake well
Spray the legs generously from the hocks down.
Scaly Leg Mite can also attack the comb and wattles.
For small birds – Apply 1-2 trigger pulls of product per leg
For average sized birds – Apply 10 trigger pulls of product per leg
For large birds – Apply 10 trigger pulls of product per leg.
For general maintenance: Spray the legs, comb and wattles every few weeks (avoid eyes),
Where infestation exists: Affected birds should be isolated. Spray the legs, comb and wattles directly and evenly (avoid eyes) Repeat every 5-6 days to break the egg cycle.
