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Scaly Face Or Leg Mite Infection in Birds

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The Scaly Face or Leg Mite is treated by the veterinarian with antiparasitic medicines orally, or injected into the bird. Beak and leg deformities are common even after treatment. Treating at an early stage can reduce the deformities caused by this parasite.

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