Bug Identifier
Likely bird mite
Community identification

Likely bird mite

Possibly *Dermanyssus gallinae*

Order & Family
Mesostigmata; Dermanyssidae
Size
About 0.5–1 mm long.
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Natural Habitat

Often found in bird nests, poultry housing, and nearby indoor areas; may wander onto fabrics.

Diet & Feeding

Feeds on the blood of birds, especially at night; may bite people when bird hosts are unavailable.

Behavior Patterns

Small, mobile, and often reddish after feeding. Hides in cracks and nest material between brief blood meals.

Risks & Benefits

Can cause itchy bites and irritant dermatitis in people, and may stress or harm birds. The image is not detailed enough for a reliable species-level identification.