Dust Mite (likely)
Scientific Name: Dermatophagoides spp.
Order & Family: Order: Sarcoptiformes; Family: Pyroglyphidae
Size: 0.2–0.3 mm (too small to be seen clearly without high magnification)
Natural Habitat
Found indoors in high-humidity environments, specifically in mattresses, carpets, upholstered furniture, and bedding.
Diet & Feeding
They feed on organic detritus, primarily dander (skin scales) shed by humans and pets.
Behavior Patterns
They prefer dark, warm, and humid conditions; they do not bite but produce biological waste that can accumulate in domestic environments.
Risks & Benefits
Risks: Major source of allergens for humans, causing asthma, eczema, and allergic rhinitis. Benefits: None to humans; they act as decomposers within household dust ecosystems.
Identified on: 1/11/2026