Rat Lice Infestation: An Example of the Damage

For those who are trying to distinguish between a mite or lice infestation, this is a great example of a severe lice infestation.

As you can see, the rat has significant hair loss and even sores.

As this man demonstrates, the poor rat is itching like crazy.

Lice like to hang out around the back and rump of the rat, making them a little easier to distinguish from the mites.

Hopefully you will be able to more easily distinguish between mites and lice with this video example!