Family Acaridae (Noun)
Meaning
Mites.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Acarid mites belonging to the family Acaridae are the most commonly found stored-product pests worldwide.
- Members of the family Acaridae have four nymphal stages that look like smaller versions of the adults.
- Tyrophagus putrescentiae is a mite species from the family Acaridae and a serious pest in mushroom production.
- Several mite species within the family Acaridae can develop rapidly in certain types of organic dust and stored foods.
- Infestations by the mites from the family Acaridae in domestic situations may trigger human dermatitis or cause household pest control issues.