Moxidectin - works as a contact insecticide/worm killer??

Stephanie · Post by **Stephanie** » Fri Aug 08, 2008 11:48 pm

Hi

Does anyone know whether Moxidectin works as a contact spray in the aviary, to kill any worms or eggs on the ground and ornaments?

Or does it only work when ingested?

Thanks,

Stephanie

Post by **Sally** » Sun Aug 10, 2008 11:40 am

I haven't heard of it being used as a contact spray. I believe it is similar to ivermectin, which is what I use as a wormer on my horses, and as a mite killer (internally) for my birds. For a contact spray for insects, I use Avian Insect Liquidator, which is mostly permethrin, I believe, and safe to use as directed with even baby birds. We have lots of bugs here in Texas, so I have to spray my birdroom regularly. I am embarrassed to say how many of those giant roaches (waterbugs) I will find belly-up on the floor!

mickp · Post by **mickp** » Mon Aug 11, 2008 3:02 am

Sally , let me rephrase that "we have lots of bugs here in texas" it should have read " we have lots of bugs here in the USA and the other name for them is politicians"