There have to be millions...I dumped the box yesterday and they are
everywhere all the way thru...and they don't squish :/ which is why I
thought they might be ticks. Those mite sites put them only a short
step from being ticks - if they are mites...

John

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If they are soil mites, I'd rather leave them alone. They keep the
compost in balance. Without their help, you might find your worms
bailing out of the bin when you add fresh manure. Use a trowel to
flip over the surface compost where these things likes to hang out.
Nab the worms underneath then wash your hands when you're done. I
agree, the little 'pops' from squished mites makes my hair stand,
too.
Sorry I couldn't offer a better solution.