Dust Mite

Natural Habitat

Found indoors, primarily in mattresses, upholstery, carpets, and bedding where human skin scales accumulate.

Diet & Feeding

Feeds on dander (dead skin cells) shed by humans and animals.

Behavior Patterns

They thrive in humid environments (70-80% relative humidity) and are globally distributed. They do not live on people but rather in the immediate environment of their hosts.

Risks & Benefits

They do not bite but are major producers of allergens. Their feces and body parts can cause asthma, allergic rhinitis, and eczema in sensitive individuals.

Identified on: 1/13/2026