Trombiculidae (Noun)
Meaning
Mites.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Trombiculidae, also known as chiggers, are a family of mites that feed on the skin cells of mammals and birds.
- The larvae of Trombiculidae mites are the ones that typically cause discomfort and itching in humans.
- Trombiculidae mites are usually found in grassy or wooded areas and are most active during warm weather.
- Chiggers, which belong to the family Trombiculidae, are often mistaken for insects due to their six-legged appearance.
- The bites of Trombiculidae mites can cause intense itching and redness, but they do not transmit diseases to humans.