Spider Mites

Name: 𝘛𝘦𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘺𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘥𝘢𝘦

Size: ~0.9 to 1.25 mm

Characteristics: Eight legs. Body structure resembles a spider. Distinct head and abdomen. Varies in color: green, red, brown, or yellow. Feeds by penetrating plant tissue with its mouthparts and extracting fluids. Reproduces rapidly under optimal conditions.

Locations: Infests shrubs, ornamentals, vegetables, and fruit trees. Found on the undersides of leaves, where it feeds and reproduces. Also creates webbing over entire branches or plants, especially in heavy infestations.