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Two-spotted spider mite

Tetranychus urticae

Two-spotted spider mite

David Cappaert, Michigan State University, Bugwood.org

Two-spotted spider mite

Jeff Hahn, University of Minnesota Extension

Description: 1/50 inch long.

Where/When: Feeds on leaves of ornamentals, flowers, greenhouse plants, and fruit trees. Activity increases with hot, dry weather.

Significance: Leaves become discolored, may wilt and become stunted.

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