[Gecko] Litte Red Mites

[Michael Kearney]

I am wondering if anyone knows about the biology of the little red Geckobia mites that occur on geckos. In particular, I am interested to know how much of their life is spent on the host and how they transmit between individuals, but I'd appreciate any info at all. Also, what is a good way of getting rid of them (particularly from around the eyes)? I've heard bathing in soapy water or water with iodine does the trick. I also read that mineral oil can be used to remove mites from snake's eyes since they have an eye-spectacle and so won't be irritated, so I'm thinking this might be O.K. for geckos too ...

best regards,

Michael

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Michael Kearney

School of Biological Sciences

Building A08

University of Sydney

NSW, AUSTRALIA, 2006

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