Androlis, biological control against red mites

What is Androlis?

This animal, found in places frequented by hens and birds, particularly targets young mites (eggs, larvae, nymphs) thus regulating their population until they are eliminated from the henhouse. Androlis has a very high dispersal and colonization capacity and therefore settles very quickly. It can be used preventively, but also to eradicate an already established mite colony. Results are noticeable after 15 days.

How to introduce Androlis into the henhouse?

First, identify the places most frequented by red mites.
The red mite does not live permanently on poultry, so it takes advantage of the hen's resting moments to suck its blood and then returns to hide.

Therefore, prioritize incorporating Androlis: nests and perches.

Once you have determined the areas to treat, release Androlis. Sprinkle the nests and perches with the bottle and then hang the bottle on one of them with the rest of Androlis, as shown in the video below.
ANDROLIS® predators can be released directly on surfaces such as straw, manure, wood…
Warning, do not release Androlis predators in feeders.

When to use Androlis?

We recommend using Androlis as a preventive treatment, because it is very difficult to see the beginning of a red mite colony. When you see clusters of blood-filled mites on the henhouse walls, colonization is already significant.

Signs in the hen include poultry pecking at themselves, losing feathers, and displaying quite nervous behavior. A decrease in laying will also be observed, and a form of anemia will be felt.

Results from 15 days

Androlis needs 15 days to properly colonize the henhouse and bring initial results.

Be careful not to use insecticide products during the Androlis treatment, as this would also kill the predators. If insecticide has been used previously, ensure that the product's residual period is over.