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The microscopic mite Lorryia formosa (). The mites are not a defined taxon, but is used for two distinct groups of arachnids, the Acariformes and the Parasitiformes.The phylogeny of the Acari has been relatively little studied, but molecular information from ribosomal DNA is being extensively used to understand relationships between groups.
The Phytoseiidae are a family of mites which feed on thrips and other mite species. They are often used as a biological control agent for managing mite pests. [1] Because of their usefulness as biological control agents, interest in Phytoseiidae has steadily increased over the past century.
A predatory mite, this is the mite predator most frequently used for biological control of two-spotted spider mites in greenhouses and outdoor crops grown in mild environments. This mite was accidentally introduced into Germany from Chile in 1958; it was subsequently shipped to other parts of the world, including California and Florida, from ...
These contain the mite mixed with bran, accompanied by bran mites, as a temporary food source. [1] As the predatory mite most widely used in biological control of thrips, N. cucumeris has produced excellent results in plants with pollen, such as the sweet pepper. It has the advantage that it is easy to maintain and rear.
Amblyseius is a large genus of predatory mites belonging to the family Phytoseiidae. [1] Many members of this genus feed on other mites such as red spider mites , and also on thrips . Several species are popular as biological control agents to control these pests.
Mesostigmata is an order of mites belonging to the Parasitiformes. They are by far the largest group of Parasitiformes, with over 8,000 species in 130 families. Mesostigmata includes parasitic as well as free-living and predatory forms. They can be recognized by the single pair of spiracles positioned laterally on the body.
The broad mite, Polyphagotarsonemus latus (Acari: Tarsonemidae), is a microscopic species of mite found on many species of plants, spanning 60 families including important agricultural species such as cotton, soybean, blackberries, strawberries, peppers, and other fruits.
Typhlodromus is a genus of predatory mites belonging to the family Phytoseiidae. [1] Members of this genus feed largely on other mites, such as red spider mites , and several species that are popular as biological control agents to control these pests.