In the past I've used a dab of vegetable oil on a q-tip for suffocating these
infrequent red mites. Now I hear that olive oil and mineral oil are
recommended as well.
Vegetable, olive, or mineral oil? Does it make a difference? Which is
better?
Elizabeth
In a message dated 4/24/01 8:26:12 PM Pacific Daylight Time,
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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
