How to Treat Snake Mites [CHEAP & FAST]

[@jonathanbrisson2799]

I'm in Canada and am currently dealing with a reptile pet shop that received a snake with mites and realized it too late. I have a lot of snakes myself so I know how to deal with mites but I couldn't seem to find a safe ish product that i could use on the snakes that ships to Canada. Thank you so much for this video as this will make both my life and their life so much simpler! No more bathing the snakes and spraying stuff all over the place just to try to slow down the infestation and try to prevent more snakes from getting infested!

[@jjwingtech3827]

Awesome free tip. Way cheaper solution than some of the mite prevention on the market.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

And really lets you know what's in there...

[@gabriellebyczek6692]

My poor babies have got mites twice from the live mice at the pet store, in the whole year I have owned them, no breeder gave me mites besides this specific pet store. Ty for saving me money!

[@JonFealy]

Great Tip! I’ve felt the pain of this a few times it’s frustrating but manageable as long as you stay on top of your care! Thanks for sharing!

[@ReachOutReptiles]

You are very welcome.

[@jpmeadowsmaniacreptiles4165]

Your tips are and have been great Garrett. Your production of your videos is amazing. Your extremely professional and yet have a guy next door way about yourself. You keep doing what you do best and you will keep inspiring.

[@madballsandfeeders6023]

Nice! I like the fact. You say there your snakes and you can do what you want with them .

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Gotta insight change from the heart, not by demanding assimilation...

[@MissSteelFox]

Happy Mite-Free Friday ☺️🐍

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Hope you had a great weekend!

[@MissSteelFox]

Reach Out Reptiles I did! Went to a exotic bird expo! Still looking for someone to buy a baby black and white Argentine Tegu from, but other than that it was awesome!

[@uchihajuggala]

This is an amazing video, why doesn’t it have more likes?!

[@wanik4]

People would rather watch psychos like Brian Barczyk do stupid shit and tell lies.

[@walker5987]

Just a little tip for anyone making their own. Rather than using permectrin II which you have to order online, you can buy "Gordon's permethrin 10" (which is the EXACT same thing) at your local tractor supply store. They all carry it in stock. It is $20 for a 32 ounce bottle which should pretty much last any hobby level keeper for a lifetime. Since it is the same thing (10% permethrin concentrate), all the same directions used in this video are followed.

[@WikkidVyxen]

This is excellent knowledge. I'd forgotten about the all natural chrysanthemum product. Haven't had the misfortune of having mites yet, but I will be purchasing some to keep on hand. Thanks for yet another great video. Have an incredible day!

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Thanks, you too!

[@rebelfoxmonster]

Best mite treatment video still thanks Garrett!

[@crystalray2907]

I use food grade diatomaceous earth in the substrate like a thin layer under paper towels and it destroys the exoskeleton of the bugs as well there eggs. If the snake is covered from moving around the powder it's non toxic, and you can remove it with a damp washcloth or paper towel, keep the powder in the cage for a week and your snake would practically be mite free. I've been breeding Columbian boas, ball pythons, ground boas, for 8yrs and so far no mites after that. You could also hang those bug sticks from home Depot, on the outside of there cage to prevent any from coming near them outside, they don't like the smell.

[@FrazerJones71]

We have Taurrus predator mites over here in the UK, it works well but is expensive and only has a short shelf life as the predator mites only survive by eating snake mites.

[@johnschlesinger2009]

The soak won't kill mites on the upper side of the snake's head and on the side of the head, unless it's one that keeps its head under water. also, when bathing a snake check the water temperature with a bath thermometer.

[@markrogge3098]

Your video was AWESOME! I appreciate the effort you've taken it produce it.

[@vicky2443045]

THANK YOU, THANK YOU for all this great info!

[@russellburns4333]

Thank you for the tip I look forward to meeting up with you soon.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

You're very welcome! Same here!

[@madballsandfeeders6023]

Great video again!

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Thanks!

[@firedrake7179]

Also, my mom is a redhead and my dad is a brunette, as am I. Does that make me het for redhead? Just giving you some things to think about! Can’t wait to see you in Pomona.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

LOL, yes it does. Het T+

[@fitguy6288]

Amazing video, straight to the point. Hey Reach out, I do not have access to the specific permetrin product that you show in the video, any idea on the final dilution you want to achieve in order to make the spray? Which percentage final permetrin should it be? Thanks in advance!

[@pyromancyglassart8975]

Thanks again for another great tip.

[@Rileys-Reptiles]

Great video as always man!

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Thank you!

[@AuroraExotics]

Awesome tip! I've had a couple mite invasions in the last ten years and found the generally accepted mite products to be easy and effective, but this is way cheaper.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Usually made of the same stuff- just nicer to mix your own IMO.

[@AuroraExotics]

For sure! Love DIY.

[@kennyginn1577]

What do you think about Frontline? That's what I use, one and done. Like you said permethrin does neurological damage. From what I've experienced , Frontline doesn't.

[@DrewJaynes]

Interested to know this as well, considering Frontline is so much more expensive.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Frontline has two active ingredients- one works the same way as Permethrin, by attacking the nervous system. The second is a hormone that affects growth. It is not really any better than this, just a different chemical used. Any pesticide should be used with caution, they are all toxins. ;)

[@DrewJaynes]

Good info here - the hydrogen bonding science bit is super interesting something I never would've considered. Good to know!. p.s. Love the random snake tail around your forearm at 6:35.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Haha, always multitasking...

[@August-argleben]

Very very helpful, my snakes and lizards do not have mites at the moment. I’ve only had a mite infestation once with my red tail boa but it was cleared up very quickly. Still nice to know in case I have any future outbreaks.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Good info to have on hand, just in case...

[@CammyMoto]

Underrated.

[@CeejCraft]

Got excited when I saw the jug. Bit bummed now. Neem not something to be used with reptiles?

[@ReachOutReptiles]

It’s the active ingredient in all reptile mite spray treatments, yes.

[@georgeschannel6168]

great video

[@familyjewels9854]

Nice, may have to have that on hand just in case. I remember the old days we used olive oil.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

I remember those days... messy.

[@ThePythonBurrow]

Very awesome tip!!

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Hope it helps!

[@DrewJaynes]

Do you have any tips for how to go about getting your chemical solution in contact with the snakes head and face? I've definitely noticed when we're treating an incoming snake that it's always tough even if they aren't head shy, and as you said, the top of the head around the eyes and under the chin is the happening spot for mites. Thanks for a great FTF!

[@ReachOutReptiles]

The best way is just spray it on a rag, and wipe onto the head, eye caps (which are not actually the eyeballs, but a scale over them), and under the chin.

[@zacleonard6833]

Can you soak lizards like snakes I have a tegu juvenile that has mites in his enclouser

[@ColonelJellybean]

Thanks for the great video!! Is there any concern with the concentration of a very young snake? I purchased a very young ball python, and it came home with mites..should I change concentration since it is so young and frail?

[@frida95frida]

Excellent. Thank you

[@ReachOutReptiles]

You're welcome!

[@highwaylover389]

Great info sir...new to subbing a few weeks ago via dav kaufmann and loving the content

[@herpetoculturistheadquarte9231]

Nice video, does ammonia burst more eggs? I have been told this a time or 2.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

I clean with ammonia, but I have never pulled out a microscope to watch the fireworks...

[@cdsexton1]

Mixing up my first bottle of this now. When treating the tub, how long do you recommend waiting for it to dry before adding the snake back?

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Just need to let the mist settle before adding the water dish in. Doesn't need to be dry.

[@JustMe-999a]

Until it's dry.....that's how long. However long it takes to dry.......

[@paulamanzanita]

Thanks! That was fast!

[@ReachOutReptiles]

You're very welcome. :)

[@patrickloughlin2953]

Question. What about the top of the enclosure if you are using a rack? New so honestly asking.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

You can actually spray the whole rack, floor around it, and anything else you think might be a place they can hide (just not the water dish).

[@patrickloughlin2953]

Thank you. Never see anyone mention spraying inside the racks themselves. Always see spraying the tubs but not above on the inside.

[@EliteExoticsBp]

Ausome new information about killing mite 💥💥💥mites are dead I love dead mite ., I've got mites 2 times and used the NIX method when I get mites again I'll have to try your method a lot cheaper ., take care brother

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Thanks man!

[@paytonmacdonald]

Have you ever used Frontline?

[@CmdrVOODOO]

Thank you my friend.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

You're very welcome!

[@angelaferraro90]

Just found might on my lav tiger... I remembered seeing this video so looked it up again. I ordered the permectrin 2 on amazon but it will be 7 days before it’s here... anything I can do until then to try to get some of them off? I have 8 snake I need to treat for it now 5 retics and 3 balls... idk how they got brought in case the last ones I got I’ve had for 2 months now... never seen any until just now.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

You can give them a soak for a few hours in water with just a drop of liquid dish detergent is the water to break the hydrogen bonding for relief and to kill any mites actually on the snakes, but that will not stop more from coming. This technique is described starting at about the 5:00 mark in the video. ;)

[@angelaferraro90]

Reach Out Reptiles thank you. I did do that last night along with just picking them off and pushing them out of the scales. I’ll keep doing that until the solution I ordered arrives. Ugh I never thought I would have this issue. Very frustrating

[@HBPExotics]

Awesome video....I do have a question I see u use paper will it still work with coconut chunks? I like diy stuff...just wondering...

[@ReachOutReptiles]

It does! Just dry it out, and spray with this...

[@KillerofGods]

How long will the solution last once mixed? How 'bout in the original bottle?

[@darknessinthelight95]

Would this spray work on iguanas/ iguana inclosers

[@pyromancyglassart8975]

Was thinking is this mix good for all snakes ?? Ty

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Different species have different sensitivity to it, but used as described in this video, yes it is.

[@fishingwithcody7238]

what about if you accidentally spray the snake in the eyes with mite spray

[@cartwright29able]

Can this be used for water dragon enclosure I have what I think are wood mite didn't treat wood for long enough

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Yes, but be sure not to get any in the dragon’s drinking water. Treating substrate in advance before it goes in the enclosure might be best

[@cartwright29able]

@@ReachOutReptiles thank you for quick response will try this

[@ECSPAUL]

Jeff Ronnie video has a mixture of 4 cups of water to 4 teaspoons. You say 3/4 teaspoon to 25oz. That a huge difference

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Provent a Mite comes premixed for no issues, but this stuff is mixed differently for different uses. If you’re using for the first time, I’d try the lower concentration to be safe- or go with Provent a mite.

[@2oldskoo]

What about room treatment? Is it safe to spray the carpet in snake room with the spray?

[@SarahAmala]

Tips for dealing with this in a bioactive setup?

[@ReachOutReptiles]

@@SarahAmala I’ve heard of some success with predatory mites…

[@SarahAmala]

@@ReachOutReptiles I have some on the way!

[@ReachOutReptiles]

@@SarahAmala great! Personally, I’d move the snake to a treatment enclosure and use this spray for 3 treatments 10 days apart, while the enclosure is dealing with predatory mites.

[@SarahAmala]

@@ReachOutReptiles the snake who had the mites is no longer in the enclosure at all so it’s empty. Would that spray kill all of the plants and stuff too or would it be OK to use in the bioactive and soak the soil with it?

[@ReachOutReptiles]

@@SarahAmala it would kill live insects only.

[@csu111]

Great video. Any thoughts on Ivermectin? Supposedly it kills mites during all life stages.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Same active ingredient- works on all but eggs.

[@nine1573]

how long did that clutch take to hatch out from the bio active substrate?

[@ReachOutReptiles]

89 days, but the timeframe was more dependent on temps than substrate.

[@baguettewoman1413]

If you give your snake a bath make sure to add in a small rock or such they can hold onto with their tail! make it small enough they won't be able to stand out of the water but large enough that they can wrap around and make them feel secure. Otherwise you are stressing your snake out. Also make sure the tempatures are suitable.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Great tip!

[@nicoledrake8906]

So i just noticed today that my reticulated python has mites. I've had her for close to 3 weeks now and she didnt show any signs of them until today. What may have caused that? I currently have her soaking and have cleaned her tub out to the best I can. I've also checked my other snakes and reptiles and none of them have them...how could she have gotten them?

[@ReachOutReptiles]

That's just about the timeframe they would need to go from a few mites, easily unnoticed, to a full new generation hatching. They also can be brought in from other people's collection, substrate, live feeder rodents, or from attending a reptile show.

[@markrogge3098]

I have over 100 adult snakes, mostly colubrids. I have 300+ babies too. Clearly a better quarantine process would have helped prevent a problem. What advice can you offer for those with larger collections? Treat everything? Treat only affected snakes?

[@sdkether69]

Predatory mites are my goto. They'll feed on the mites and then eventually starve. Unless you have springtails then they will compete with them

[@markrogge3098]

@@sdkether69 what species and where to buy in the usa

[@sdkether69]

I use hypoaspis miles from naturesgoodguys, the good mites quite literally mob the snake mites as well as eat their eggs

[@davidcallahan4367]

Hey Garrett. Do you set up your quarantine in the same room as the rest of your collection, or a completely separate area?

[@ReachOutReptiles]

I don't generally bring in too many animals these days- but at the moment I only have separate racks. Not ideal. The new facility should be MUCH improved...

[@JesseRyan]

How big is that spray bottle?

[@firedrake7179]

Why wait the whole 2 weeks? Just cut the mite eggs early!!! How’s that for some herp humor?

[@ReachOutReptiles]

LOL!

[@garrydysart6709]

Can this be used with boas?

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Yes

[@EquitySolutionRayRaz]

First time I ever had them literally 2 days ago , I’m fkn buggin out man , I think my cat brought them in or I was buying rodents from a larger zoo type pet store , so far just 1 has em but I treated the 8 cages near him also and sprayed my whole room down with Nix water downed solutions , like I said Buggin out totally 😭, I will always quarantine my animals for more than 2 weeks now too , just Incase something is there that I can’t see

[@jamisonfetters9691]

I have a ball python and he has got snake mites 2 times before we washed his cage with bleach and soaked him in dawn but I noticed they came back

[@sghpest]

Took your advice on the Permectrin II, looking forward to trying this out. Mites are Satan's Spawn! Great Vid. Appreciate it.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

You're welcome!

[@bluraymex23]

I hate mites. I just can't get rid of them so frustrating.

[@Billyboa]

Every snake breeder probably gets this question a million times in his life.. How do you kill mites..Years ago I use to breed larger boids of various types , green trees, burmese pythons, carpets etc..before I moved on to hognose (which for most part are mite free) one problem that larger snakes have is mites..the gift that just keeps on giving.. if you ever came across these little vampires then you know just how much they suck.. no pun intended. Breeders will try anything to get rid of them and common solutions include pest strips and other chemicals that can be dangerous to both you and your pet. The best method I have found which if used properly to clean everything is rubbing alcohol. Kills mites , eggs, on the snake, on the cage instantly. Cheap easy.. if you get a little in the eyes, in the mouth and all it will do is piss your snake off..its not fun for them but it gets into the orbits and under the chin where these guys can be hard to reach. As long as your not doing a small hatchling or animal in shed there should be no issues. Rubbing alcohol kills most insects almost instantly, we use it on ourselves, our children our medical equipment.. pretty safe stuff. Also.. hognose are very sensitive to pest strips and other chemical commonly used to control insects. I hear horror stories all the time. It good that they dont get mites easy.. but if you ever do.. please try this method 1st.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

I don't know if this comment was meant to be as funny as I thought it was- but I love your descriptive verbiage! lol

[@robertrose6548]

do you mix the rubbing alcohol with water or somthing or just strait on ya snakes cheers just lerning

[@SouthWestIron]

Have you ever used ivermectin? Wondering how effective it is?

[@Billyboa]

Rubbing alcohol will kill mites and their eggs on contact

[@ReachOutReptiles]

Great tip, and very good for cleaning. The only issue I have it not residual effect, so they just keep coming back. However- it is certainly a very safe method of killing the mites. Thanks!

[@budikaligedong1217]

Indonesa

[@patrickloughlin2953]

Kills wasps instantly.

[@tomtu550]

👾👾💥💥🔫

[@ReachOutReptiles]

LOL

[@Schleappe]

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[@seamusbyrne8259]

Gotta love you, at least you don't spread panic like Brian, like GoHerping pointed out.

[@ReachOutReptiles]

If I had a collection like his and got a bad mite problem, I would panic as well!

[@seamusbyrne8259]

Mites are scary, Unless their springtails!😂

[@jacob_1866]

Ivermectin baby

[@crystalray2907]

I use food grade diatomaceous earth in the substrate like a thin layer under paper towels and it destroys the exoskeleton of the bugs as well there eggs. If the snake is covered from moving around the powder it's non toxic, and you can remove it with a damp washcloth or paper towel, keep the powder in the cage for a week and your snake would practically be mite free. I've been breeding Columbian boas, ball pythons, ground boas, for 8yrs and so far no mites after that. You could also hang those bug sticks from home Depot, on the outside of there cage to prevent any from coming near them outside, they don't like the smell.