There are a number of species of mites that fall under the general name “bird mite.” Most common among them is the northern fowl mite (Ornithonyssus sylviarum). These mites are parasites of birds and ...

Mites are small arachnids that may might humans. People may not realize they have come in contact with mites until they develop itchy, red, or discolored bumps that resemble bites. The term “mites” ...

Not all bug bites are equally dangerous, so it's important to know what to look out for. Tick bites sometimes look like a bullseye, while mite bites are itchy and can look like a rash. Here's how to ...

KNOXVILLE (WATE) – Students at Tellico Plains Junior High School in Monroe County will spend the remainder of the year at Tellico Plains High School because of a bird mite infestation. Bird mites are ...

If you can't find the bug that's been bugging you lately, there might be an answer.Hamilton County Public Health is warning about occurrences of insect bites from what appears to be itch mites (oak ...