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Sheep Scab

First published:
18 November 2019
Last updated:
4 July 2025

Sheep scab, caused by the mite Psoroptes ovis, leads to major economic losses to the UK flock and impacts sheep welfare. Studies consistently show that sheep on common grazing are at high risk of infection and that proper quarantine of new sheep is essential.


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