Bug Identifier
Two-spotted spider mite
Community identification

Two-spotted spider mite

Tetranychus urticae

Order & Family
Trombidiformes (Acari), Tetranychidae
Size
About 0.4–0.6 mm long as adults.
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Natural Habitat

Leaf undersides on many plants, especially in warm, dry conditions; the pictured plant appears to be cannabis.

Diet & Feeding

Pierces plant cells and feeds on their contents, causing stippling and leaf damage.

Behavior Patterns

Colonies cluster on leaf undersides and produce fine webbing; populations can grow rapidly in hot, dry conditions.

Risks & Benefits

A significant plant pest that can weaken or kill crops. It poses no direct danger to people or pets.