Community identification
Clover Mite
Bryobia praetiosa
- Order & Family
- Order: Trombidiformes, Family: Tetranychidae
- Size
- 0.75 mm to 0.85 mm (about the size of a pinhead)
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.