Sarcoptidae (Noun)
Meaning
Small whitish mites.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Sarcoptidae are a family of small whitish mites known to infest mammals and birds.
- These tiny sarcoptidae mites cause scabies and other types of skin issues in animals.
- In rabbits, a sarcoptidae infestation can lead to severe discomfort and scratching.
- The sarcoptidae mite is often microscopic in size, making it nearly invisible to the naked eye.
- Veterinarians often diagnose infestations by identifying the sarcoptidae mites or their eggs in skin scrapings.