Genus Acarus (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several mites of the order Acarina.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Acarus is known for its burrowing habits in soil and substrates.
- In veterinary clinics, the genus Acarus often refers to scabies mites that infest various mammals.
- The Acarus in the genus are mostly external parasites that feed on keratin, sebaceous secretions, and other substrates.
- Taxonomists have been studying the genus Acarus for several years now in an attempt to identify the various species accurately.
- The average life cycle of a genus Acarus usually varies depending on food sources and environmental conditions.