Bird & Rodent Mite Bites: If their primary hosts (like birds nesting nearby or rodents in your attic) leave or die, these mites will seek out new hosts, including humans.

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Chiggers (Harvest Mites): These are the larval stage of a certain type of mite, and they are the only ones that bite humans. Scabies Mites: These mites are true parasites that burrow into the skin.

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Fleas and mites bite. Here’s everything you need to know about how to spot the pests, how to keep them out of your personal space, and what to do if they cause problems.