Bug Identifier
Clover mite
Community identification

Clover mite

Bryobia praetiosa

Order & Family
Trombidiformes, Tetranychidae
Size
0.7 to 0.9 millimeters long.
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Natural Habitat

Found in lawns, gardens, and sunny exterior walls, often migrating indoors in large numbers.

Diet & Feeding

Feeds on plant juices, specifically targeting grasses, clovers, and various ornamental plants.

Behavior Patterns

Active primarily in cool spring and autumn weather, forming massive swarms on sunlit walls.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to humans, pets, and structures, but can leave red stains when crushed indoors.