Citrus Red Mite
[Panonychus citri (McG.), family Tetranychidae] A long established
pest of California and Florida citrus, this mite first invaded Texas in
1980. Larger than the Texas citrus mite, it is characterized by a globose
red body with prominent tubercles from which arise reddish bristles. Eggs
are spherical and bright red, and have a central stalk with fine threads
radiating from its top to the leaf surface. Red mites feed mainly on foliage,
causing chlorosis and defoliation. Damaging infestations can develop during
mild winters.
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