Challenges of <i>Dermanyssus gallinae</i> in Poultry: Biological Insights, Economic Impact and Management Strategies
Bird mites are parasites that feed on both wild and domesticated bird species, causing severe degradation in avian welfare. The chicken mite, <i>Dermanyssus gallinae</i> in particular, is a widespread ectoparasite in poultry, responsible for several challenges faced by the poultry indust...
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| description | Bird mites are parasites that feed on both wild and domesticated bird species, causing severe degradation in avian welfare. The chicken mite, <i>Dermanyssus gallinae</i> in particular, is a widespread ectoparasite in poultry, responsible for several challenges faced by the poultry industry, including poor animal health, which causes significant economic losses. This review, based on our current knowledge, aims to provide a comprehensive insight into the biology and distribution of these mites, as well as their impact on poultry health and production. It explores the most prevalent mites in avian species, with a focus on <i>D. gallinae</i>, and examines the different psychological and physiological alterations observed in infected stocks, such as decreased egg production, weight loss, and an increased susceptibility to diseases. This review will also cover existing control strategies, including chemical, biological, and environmental approaches, with attention to the growing concern around pesticide resistance. Additionally, it delves into genetic research conducted on these mites, primarily focusing on phylogenetic studies, which have provided insights into their evolutionary relationships and potential vulnerabilities. By compiling existing studies, this article underscores the urgent need for effective and sustainable countermeasures, as well as further genetic research to mitigate the substantial impact of <i>D. gallinae</i> on the poultry sector. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-379610e55f654ebd8e67839671b2bce42025-01-24T13:35:51ZengMDPI AGInsects2075-44502025-01-011618910.3390/insects16010089Challenges of <i>Dermanyssus gallinae</i> in Poultry: Biological Insights, Economic Impact and Management StrategiesPéter Sárkány0Zoltán Bagi1Ágnes Süli2Szilvia Kusza3Centre for Agricultural Genomics and Biotechnology, University of Debrecen, H-4032 Debrecen, HungaryCentre for Agricultural Genomics and Biotechnology, University of Debrecen, H-4032 Debrecen, HungaryInstitute of Animal Sciences and Wildlife Management, University of Szeged, H-6800 Hódmezővásárhely, HungaryCentre for Agricultural Genomics and Biotechnology, University of Debrecen, H-4032 Debrecen, HungaryBird mites are parasites that feed on both wild and domesticated bird species, causing severe degradation in avian welfare. The chicken mite, <i>Dermanyssus gallinae</i> in particular, is a widespread ectoparasite in poultry, responsible for several challenges faced by the poultry industry, including poor animal health, which causes significant economic losses. This review, based on our current knowledge, aims to provide a comprehensive insight into the biology and distribution of these mites, as well as their impact on poultry health and production. It explores the most prevalent mites in avian species, with a focus on <i>D. gallinae</i>, and examines the different psychological and physiological alterations observed in infected stocks, such as decreased egg production, weight loss, and an increased susceptibility to diseases. This review will also cover existing control strategies, including chemical, biological, and environmental approaches, with attention to the growing concern around pesticide resistance. Additionally, it delves into genetic research conducted on these mites, primarily focusing on phylogenetic studies, which have provided insights into their evolutionary relationships and potential vulnerabilities. By compiling existing studies, this article underscores the urgent need for effective and sustainable countermeasures, as well as further genetic research to mitigate the substantial impact of <i>D. gallinae</i> on the poultry sector.https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/16/1/89acaricide resistancealternative treatments<i>Dermanyssus gallinae</i>economic impactintegrated pest managementgenomics |
| spellingShingle | Péter Sárkány Zoltán Bagi Ágnes Süli Szilvia Kusza Challenges of <i>Dermanyssus gallinae</i> in Poultry: Biological Insights, Economic Impact and Management Strategies Insects acaricide resistance alternative treatments <i>Dermanyssus gallinae</i> economic impact integrated pest management genomics |
| title | Challenges of <i>Dermanyssus gallinae</i> in Poultry: Biological Insights, Economic Impact and Management Strategies |
| title_full | Challenges of <i>Dermanyssus gallinae</i> in Poultry: Biological Insights, Economic Impact and Management Strategies |
| title_fullStr | Challenges of <i>Dermanyssus gallinae</i> in Poultry: Biological Insights, Economic Impact and Management Strategies |
| title_full_unstemmed | Challenges of <i>Dermanyssus gallinae</i> in Poultry: Biological Insights, Economic Impact and Management Strategies |
| title_short | Challenges of <i>Dermanyssus gallinae</i> in Poultry: Biological Insights, Economic Impact and Management Strategies |
| title_sort | challenges of i dermanyssus gallinae i in poultry biological insights economic impact and management strategies |
| topic | acaricide resistance alternative treatments <i>Dermanyssus gallinae</i> economic impact integrated pest management genomics |
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