Knemidocoptic Mange in Wild Golden Eagles, California, USA

Abstract

During 2012–2013 in California, USA, 3 wild golden eagles were found with severe skin disease; 2 died. The cause was a rare mite, most closely related to Knemidocoptes derooi mites. Cautionary monitoring of eagle populations, habitats, and diseases is warranted.

Keywords

• ectoparasite
• electron microscopy
• golden eagle
• Knemidocoptes sp.
• mange
• raptor