Clover Mite

Scientific Name: Bryobia praetiosa

Order & Family: Order: Trombidiformes, Family: Tetranychidae

Size: 0.75 mm to 0.85 mm (about the size of a pinhead)

Clover Mite

Natural Habitat

Commonly found in lush lawns, on sun-exposed walls, walkways, and inside homes during spring and autumn.

Diet & Feeding

Herbivorous; feeds on the sap of over 200 species of plants, especially turfgrass and clovers.

Behavior Patterns

Often appear in large numbers; they do not fly and are most active in cooler temperatures. They enter homes through tiny cracks when their outdoor environment becomes unfavorable.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to humans and pets as they do not bite or transmit disease. They can cause nuisance inside homes and may leave a tiny reddish stain if crushed.

Identified on: 1/3/2026