Natural Products as Mite Control Agents in Animals: A Review

Mites have been a persistent infectious disease affecting both humans and animals since ancient times. In veterinary clinics, the primary approach for treating and managing mite infestations has long been the use of chemical acaricides. However, the widespread use of these chemicals has resulted in significant problems, including drug resistance, drug residues, and environmental pollution, limiting their effectiveness. To address these challenges, researchers have shifted their focus towards natural products that have shown promise both in the laboratory and real-world settings against mite infestations. Natural products have a wide variety of chemical structures and biological activities, including acaricidal properties. This article offers a comprehensive review of the acaricidal capabilities and mechanisms of action of natural products like plant extracts, natural compounds, algae, and microbial metabolites against common animal mites.

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Mites have been a long-standing infectious disease affecting humans and animals. The primary treatment approach, chemical acaricides, has faced significant challenges including drug resistance, residues, and pollution. Researchers have turned to natural products, such as plant extracts, compounds, algae, and microbial metabolites, which have shown promise in combating mite infestations. This comprehensive review examines the acaricidal capabilities and mechanisms of action of these natural products.