Acarina Collection

Sarcoptes scabiei, scabies mite
Scanning electron microscope image of an itch or scabies mite, a parasite that infests a wide variety of mammalian hosts including humans

Oligonychus ununguis, red spider mite
Red spider mites are arachnids with four pairs of legs and no antennae. They are a plant-sucking pest mainly active in the hot summer weather

Red spider mite (Tetranychus urticae), Andalusia, Spain, June

American dog tick (Dermacentor variabilis) adult female, PA, Morris Arboretum, Philadelphia, Pennsylvannia, USA, June

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Tick (Ixodidae), view from above

Dermatophagoides sp. dust mite
Scanning electron microscope image of a dust mite. Dust mites are secondary to pollen as a cause for allergies and they live in bedding, soft furniture and carpets

Sarcoptes scabiei, scabies mite
Scanning electron microscope image of an itch or scabies mite, a parasite that infests a wide variety of mammalian hosts including man

Ornithodoros parkeri, tick
Ventral views of male and female of this soft tick (Ornithodoros parkeri) from the family Argasidae

Tyrophagus casei, cheese mite
Scanning electron microscope image of a cheese mite (x 170). These creatures are generally considered to be a pest, however they are added to Altenburger cheese to give it flavour

Dermanyssus gallinae, red or poultry mite
Scanning electron microscope image of the red or poutry mite. Adults appear red when engorged with blood, but otherwise are black, grey or white. Females are about 1mm long

Phthiracarus sp. box mite or armadillo mite
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image of a box mite, showing how the body has fused into one single segment

Dermatophagoides pteronyssius, dust mite
Scanning electron microscope image showing a dust mite (x 250 on standard 9cm wide print). This image has been artificially coloured by a computer

Grapevine blister mite, Colomerus vitis, white damage blisters on the lower surface of vine leaves in France

Soil mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a common soil mite, Phthiracarus sp. This mite is typically found in moss and leaf litter

Dust mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the house dust mite, Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus on woven household fabric. This mite has eight legs, with the head at lower left

Water mite, SEM C015 / 6374
Water mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a mite (subclass Acari) found in water. Magnification: x600, when printed 10cm wide

Water mite, SEM
Water mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a mite (subclass Acari) found in water. Magnification: x600, when printed 10cm wide

Water mite, SEM C015 / 6372
Water mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a mite (subclass Acari) found in water. Magnification: x600, when printed 10cm wide

Dermacentor andersoni, Rocky Mountain wood tick
This armoured tick species, the Rocky mountain wood tick (Dermacentor andersoni) is capable of causing paralysis

Ventral surface of a mite from the prostigmatic species
Scanning electron microscope image displayed on the glass screens in the Darwin Centre, at the Natural History Museum, London

Ixodes ricinus, sheep tick
Close-up of a pair ofsheep ticks (Ixodes ricinus) on a black background. Ticks are blood-sucking parasites which feed on the blood of their host

Mite in amber

Ornithodoros moubata, tick
This species of tick (Ornithodoros moubata) specifically carries the virus of African swine fever

Bryobia praetiosa, clover mite model
A large scale model of the clover mite (Bryobia praetiosa), a common mite found in grassland, native to Britain. Held within the Natural History Museum, London

Amblyomma sp. hard backed tick
Scanning electron microscope view of a hard backed tick from the family Ixodidae. Coloured artificially on computer

Bryobia praetiosa, clover mite
Scanning electron microscope image of a clover mite (x 70K), they have front legs which are nearly twice as long as the hind legs

Microthoracius cameli, camel sucking louse
A female specimen of a camel sucking louse (Microthoracius cameli) approximately 4mm in length

Demodex uncii, follicle mite
A follicle mite magnified X600. The follicle mite is a worm-like microscopic mite which lives in the follicles and sebaceous gland of most humans

Chiggers, larvae of trombiculid mites
Lizards have pockets within their skin where chiggers accumulate. These pockets offer ideal living conditions. Each pocket has thick walls that repair quickly

Adult ticks from domestic cattle in East Africa
These ticks are engorged with their hosts blood. To minimise the risk of drying out, they are plugged with cotton wool and usually inverted inside jars of spirit

Mite in baltic amber
A mite trapped in Baltic amber dating from the Upper Eocene period, about 35 million years ago

Ixodes ricinus, tick
Close-up of a recently fed tick (Ixodes ricinus) full of its hosts blood, on black background

Amblyomma americanum, lone star tick
A pair of lone star ticks (Amblyomma americanum). Ticks are blood-sucking parasites which feed on the blood of their host

Neotrombicula autumnalis, harvest mite
These harvest mites also known as bracken bugs or chiggers occur in Britain during late summer. The tiny mites attach themselves under tight fitting clothes, feed and then detach causing itchy scabs

Amblyomma hebraeum, African cattle tick
A male African cattle tick (Amblyomma hebraeum). Ticks are blood-sucking parasites wich live off the blood supply from their host

Varroa jacobsoni, honey bee mite

Filossera della vite
Tav. 3a. Illustrations of various mites and lice from Conoscenza delle Fillosserine 1912 by B. Grassi

Mites on a honeybee, SEM
Mites on a honeybee. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of mites (order Acarina) on a honeybee (Apis mellifera). These mites, relatives of ticks and spiders, are parasites of the bee

Mite eating cheese
False-colour scanning electron micrograph of a soft bodied mite Acarus siro, feeding on a piece of mouldy cheese. The strands through which the mite crawls are hyphae of the fungus Penicillium sp

Soil mite, SEM
Soil mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a soil mite. This mite is typically found in moss and leaf litter

Mite, SEM
Mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a mite. Mites belong to the subclass Acarina and are one of the most diverse invertebrate groups

Mange mites, SEM
Mange mites. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of two mites of different sizes belonging to the family Sarcoptidae

Mange mite, SEM
Mange mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a mite belonging to the family Sarcoptidae. It is crawling through dog hair

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Acarina, also known as the mites of the Arachnida class, encompass a diverse group of tiny creatures that can be found in various habitats worldwide. From the notorious Sarcoptes scabiei, responsible for causing scabies in humans and animals alike, to the Oligonychus ununguis or red spider mite that infests plants with its piercing mouthparts - these minuscule arachnids play significant roles in ecosystems. In Andalusia, Spain during June, one might come across the vibrant Red spider mite (Tetranychus urticae) amidst lush greenery. Its striking presence against a colourful background is a testament to nature's intricate beauty. Meanwhile, an adult female American dog tick (Dermacentor variabilis) can be observed at Morris Arboretum in Philadelphia; this tick species poses health risks to both humans and animals. Belonging to Acariformes within Acarina, these creatures have captured scientific interest due to their allergy-inducing properties. The Dermatophagoides sp. Dust mite is particularly notorious for triggering allergic reactions among sensitive individuals. Not limited to land-dwelling species alone, ticks like Ornithodoros parkeri are known carriers of diseases such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. These ectoparasites serve as reminders of the delicate balance between human-animal interactions. Interestingly enough, some mites have adapted to peculiar environments like cheese or poultry farms. Tyrophagus casei thrives on cheese while Dermanyssus gallinae finds solace among birds' feathers - showcasing their ability to adapt and survive even under challenging circumstances. Lastly, we encounter Phthiracarus sp. , commonly referred to as box mites or armadillo mites due to their unique appearance resembling miniature armored tanks. Their intriguing morphology adds another layer of fascination when exploring the world of Acarina.