House Dust Mite

Indoor environments, primarily found in mattresses, pillows, carpets, and upholstered furniture.

Mainly feeds on dander (flakes of dead skin) shed by humans and pets.

Prefer warm, humid conditions; they do not drink water but absorb moisture from the air. They undergo five life stages from egg to adult.

Major source of indoor allergens; their waste products and carcasses can trigger asthma, eczema, and allergic rhinitis in sensitive individuals.