Hummingbird flower mites use static electricity to hop between flowers. Researchers initially thought scent guided them.

Mites who hitchhike on the beaks of hummingbirds use a surprising method to help them on their journey: electricity. These hummingbird flower mites feed on nectar and live within specific flowers for ...

Recent research has focused on understanding the biology of these mites, their resistance to pesticides, and the development of sustainable management strategies. This includes exploring new ...

Coconut mites, particularly Aceria guerreronis, are significant pests affecting coconut production worldwide. These tiny mites thrive in the protected environment of coconut fruit bracts ...

Mites who hitchhike on the beaks of hummingbirds use a surprising ... Carlos Garcia-Robledom, Associate Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Connecticut ...

An international research team has discovered various mechanisms in asexual mites that generate genetic diversity and thus ensure survival.

Optimised final draft guidance published today recommends 12 SQ-HDM SLIT, also known as Acarizax and made by ALK-Abello, as an option for treating persistent moderate to severe house dust mite ...

Dust mites are usually the last thing on our mind when looking for ways to improve our sleep. However, they’re a bigger threat to a goodnight's rest than you might have imagined. Even the best ...

Demodex brevis is a microscopic mite that lives in the oil glands of human hair follicles. It’s typically found on the face but can also live on other parts of the body. Demodex brevis is a type ...