Are turkey mites and chiggers the same?

Turkey mites and chiggers are often confused but are not the same. Turkey mites, also known as "bird mites," are typically associated with birds and can infest homes when their hosts, such as birds, are present. Chiggers, on the other hand, are the larval stage of certain types of mites and are commonly found in grassy or wooded areas, feeding on the skin of humans and animals. While both can cause irritation, their habitats and behaviors differ significantly.