Those are probably mites, not fleas. Buy Frontline spray or you can use Ivermectin. I have used injectable as a topical and I have also used the topical as a topical. Both will work on the mites. You will need to clean the coop and all the roosting perches, too.
Laura
Laura Roberts
R Half Pint Farm
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Subject: [CHICKENS-101] Fleas on Chickens
Any recommendations on how to get rid of fleas on chickens? I've used sevin dust on them, however, now I'm noticing hair loss on their head and around their eyes and can see the fleas clustered there. Not sure sevin dust would be appropriate near their eyes and nostrills. Any other solutions or recommendations? We've never been bothered by fleas until this year. They even get on me now when I'm handling the hens.
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