Bird Lice Facts & Information
Protect your home or business from bird lice by learning techniques for identification and control.
Color & size vary
Treatment
How do I get rid of bird lice?
What Orkin Does
Controlling these pests begins by identifying the source of the infestation. Due to the large number of bird lice species and their rapid rate of infestation, a pest control professional will need to be consulted to manage the population.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Behavior, Diet & Habits
Understanding Bird Lice
Appearance
The color and size of bird lice will vary from species to species.
Life Cycle
Bird lice eggs are laid on the shaft of birds' feathers and hatch after a few days. Young bird lice then develop through several stages before becoming mature adults. Lice cannot survive away from their hosts for more than a few days.