Clover Mite

Grassy areas, lawns, and gardens; often found crawling on sunny exterior walls, windowsills, and masonry.

Plant-derived juices; they feed on over 200 different plant species including grasses, clover, and certain trees/shrubs.

Parthenogenetic (females produce eggs without mating). They are most active during spring and fall in cooler temperatures, often migrating into buildings in large numbers for shelter.

They are nuisance pests that do not bite humans or pets. The primary risk is aesthetic, as they leave a difficult-to-remove red stain if crushed on fabrics or walls.